Best Schools in Collins, Mississippi
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Collins by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hopewell Elementary School
Elementary · Covington County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Collins Elementary
Elementary · Covington County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Collins High School
High · Covington County School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Collins for 2026 are Hopewell Elementary School (7.5/10), Collins Elementary (6.6/10), and Collins High School (5.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$99,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$99,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +20.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Collins schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Collins
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hopewell Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Collins Elementary | 6.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Collins High School | 5.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median household income
- $45,840
- Median home value
- $99,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Collins compares
Mississippi rank
#54 of 120
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Mississippi avg (6.3)
Median household income
$46k
88% of Mississippi median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Collins, Mississippi
Collins, Mississippi is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Collins show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Collins is Hopewell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Collins is served by 1 school district: COVINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 2,547 students.
Collins's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,840. The poverty rate in the area is 18.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 195 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 464 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 424 students · 7th–12th | 5.8 |
Schools in Collins
Collins, Mississippi · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,840
Median Home Value
$99,500
Median Rent
$642/mo
Population
8,626
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
18.0%
Community Profile
Collins has a median household income of $45,840. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $99,500, with a median rent of $642/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.0%. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Mississippi
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Collins, Mississippi
How many schools are in Collins, Mississippi?
Collins has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Collins, Mississippi?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Collins is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Collins, Mississippi?
The top-ranked school in Collins on MySchoolScout is Hopewell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Collins, Mississippi?
The top-ranked elementary school in Collins on MySchoolScout is Hopewell Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best high school in Collins, Mississippi?
The top-ranked high school in Collins on MySchoolScout is Collins High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Collins, Mississippi?
Collins is served by 1 school district: Covington County School District.
What is the education level in Collins, Mississippi?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Collins have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Collins, Mississippi?
The median household income in Collins is approximately $45,840 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Collins, Mississippi?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Collins is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Collins, Mississippi?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mississippi Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.