Below Average
#3288 of 3,778 schools in FL
Collins Elementary School
Elementary School · BROWARD
1050 NW 2ND ST, Dania Beach, FL 33004
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,288 of 3,778
In Dania Beach
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#279 of 319
BROWARD
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About Collins Elementary School
Collins Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dania Beach, FL, part of BROWARD. Collins Elementary School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Collins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #3,288 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Collins Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Collins Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Collins Elementary School — Students at Collins Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.4/10.
How Collins Elementary School Compares
See how Collins Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1050 NW 2ND ST, Dania Beach, FL 33004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BEACHSIDE MONTESSORI VILLAGE (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Another option is LITTLE FLOWER CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Hollywood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JEROME CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Lauderdale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dania Beach, see our Dania Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 33004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,783
Median Home Value
$336,200
Median Rent
$1,616/mo
Population
16,691
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
42.5%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
43.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins Elementary School
What grades does Collins Elementary School serve?
Collins Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Collins Elementary School?
Collins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collins Elementary School rank in FL?
Collins Elementary School ranks #3,288 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Collins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Collins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Collins Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collins Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Collins Elementary School a charter school?
No, Collins Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collins Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Collins Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collins Elementary School?
74.4% of students at Collins Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Broward County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.9%
- Phone
- (754) 323-5150
Resources & Links
District
BROWARD- District Enrollment
- 251,408
- Schools in District
- 325
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,121
- District Rank
- #279 of 319
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