Serving 1,644 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Collins Pk-8 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Collins Elementary School serves the southern part of Riverview, FL, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Collins Pk-8 School's student population of 1,644 students has grown by 71% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,644 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Collins Pk-8 School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Collins Pk-8 School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1182 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collins Pk-8 School's ranking?
Collins Pk-8 School is ranked #1182 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Collins Pk-8 School often compared to?
Collins Pk-8 Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sessums Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Collins Pk-8 School?
1,644 students attend Collins Pk-8 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Collins Pk-8 School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Collins Pk-8 School?
Collins Pk-8 School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Collins Pk-8 School offer ?
Collins Pk-8 School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Collins Pk-8 School part of?
Collins Pk-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
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5 10/10/2025
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