Very Good
#358 of 1,280 schools in IA
Top 28% in state
Collins-maxwell Elementary School
Elementary School · Collins-Maxwell Comm School District
416 Fourth Avenue, Collins, IA 50055
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Iowa schools
#358 of 1,280
In district
#1 of 2
Collins-Maxwell Comm School District
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Collins-maxwell Elementary School
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About Collins-maxwell Elementary School
Collins-maxwell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Collins, IA, part of Collins-Maxwell Comm School District. Collins-maxwell Elementary School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Collins-maxwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #358 of 1,280 schools in IA.
Structured state assessment records for Collins-maxwell Elementary School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- IA avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 189 students, Collins-maxwell Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Collins-maxwell Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Collins-maxwell Elementary School — Students at Collins-maxwell Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)
Based on 35 test records from IA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.3/10.
How Collins-maxwell Elementary School Compares
See how Collins-maxwell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
416 Fourth Avenue, Collins, IA 50055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins-maxwell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mitchellville Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Mitchellville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Central Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Nevada), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Baxter Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 9.5 miles away, in nearby Baxter), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Collins, see our Collins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Collins-Maxwell Middle/High School Maxwell | 4.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Colo-NESCO Middle/High School Colo | 7.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Baxter Elementary School Baxter | 9.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Baxter High School Baxter | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| West Marshall Middle School State Center | 10.5 mi | 7.0 |
| West Marshall High School State Center | 10.5 mi | 6.0 |
| West Marshall Elementary School State Center | 10.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Nevada High School Nevada | 10.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Nevada Middle School Nevada | 10.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Central Elementary School Nevada | 11.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Colfax-Mingo Elementary School Colfax | 16.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Colfax-Mingo Jr/Sr High School Colfax | 15.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Mitchellville Elementary Mitchellville | 16.4 mi | 9.5 |
| Ballard East Elementary Cambridge | 12.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Bondurant-Farrar Junior High Bondurant | 15.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Bondurant-Farrar High School Bondurant | 15.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Bondurant - Farrar Intermediate School Bondurant | 16.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Colo-Nesco Elementary School Zearing | 18.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Anderson Elementary School Bondurant | 16.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Morris Elementary Bondurant | 16.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,875
Median Home Value
$195,400
Median Rent
$847/mo
Population
1,157
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
86.5%
Avg Commute
33.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Median Age
39.6
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| LASALLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cedar Rapids, IA | 7.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary Iowa City, IA | 7.5 |
| North Elementary School Leon, IA | 7.5 |
| Pleasant View Elementary School Webster City, IA | 7.5 |
| RRMR Elementary School Rockford, IA | 7.5 |
| Riverside Elementary School Sioux City, IA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins-maxwell Elementary School
What grades does Collins-maxwell Elementary School serve?
Collins-maxwell Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Collins-maxwell Elementary School?
Collins-maxwell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins-maxwell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins-maxwell Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collins-maxwell Elementary School rank in IA?
Collins-maxwell Elementary School ranks #358 of 1,280 schools in IA.
What is Collins-maxwell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Collins-maxwell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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-maxwell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collins-maxwell Elementary School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Collins-maxwell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Collins-maxwell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collins-maxwell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Collins-maxwell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collins-maxwell Elementary School?
47.6% of students at Collins-maxwell 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
- 189
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 47.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Story County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.1%
- Phone
- (641) 385-2446
Resources & Links
District
Collins-Maxwell Comm School District- District Enrollment
- 397
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,189
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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