Serving 1,534 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Collins Pk-8 School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (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 17:1 is equal to 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Collins Pk-8 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Collins Pk-8 School's student population of 1,534 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Collins Pk-8 School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,704 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
#1059 out of 3704 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
28%
37%
Black
24%
21%
White
38%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Collins Pk-8 School's ranking?
Collins Pk-8 School is ranked #1059 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
62% 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?
1,534 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 17:1, which is equal to 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
What school district is Collins Pk-8 School part of?
Collins Pk-8 School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Calendar
View the Collins Pk-8 School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School/End of 4th Grading Period (end of 2nd Semester)
May 30, 2025 (Friday)
Students' First Day of School
August 11, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break/Non-Student Days*
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break/Non-Student Days
March 16, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 9/15/2021
Mrs. Raymer is my teacher. she is awesome.
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