Average
#417 of 863 schools in MS
Top 48% in state
Collins Elementary
Elementary School · COVINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
P O BOX 160, Collins, MS 39428
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Mississippi schools
#417 of 863
In Collins
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
COVINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Collins Elementary
Collins Elementary is a public elementary school in Collins, MS, part of COVINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Collins Elementary serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #417 of 863 schools in MS.
Structured state assessment records for Collins Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- MS avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Collins Elementary 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 Elementary — Students at Collins Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MS MAAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MS 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: 8.4/10.
How Collins Elementary Compares
See how Collins Elementary 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
P O BOX 160, Collins, MS 39428
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SEMINARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Seminary), which scores notably higher. Another option is SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Sumrall), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MOSELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 18.8 miles away, in nearby Moselle), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Collins, see our Collins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLLINS HIGH SCHOOL Collins | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| SEMINARY BAPTIST CHURCH KINDERGARTEN Seminary | 6.3 mi | — |
| SEMINARY HIGH SCHOOL Seminary | 6.4 mi | 6.5 |
| SEMINARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Seminary | 6.4 mi | 8.8 |
| SEMINARY MIDDLE SCHOOL Seminary | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| HOPEWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Collins | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MOUNT OLIVE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mount Olive | 10.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumrall | 15.1 mi | 8.2 |
| MIZE ATTENDANCE CENTER Mize | 15.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SUMRALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Sumrall | 15.4 mi | 7.8 |
| SUMRALL HIGH SCHOOL Sumrall | 15.5 mi | 7.2 |
| SUMRALL BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Sumrall | 15.5 mi | — |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bassfield | 14.4 mi | 6.0 |
| TAYLORSVILLE ATTENDANCE CENTER Taylorsville | 15.3 mi | 4.2 |
| JDC HIGH SCHOOL Bassfield | 15.3 mi | 5.7 |
| BENEDICT DAY SCHOOL Sumrall | 19.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MAGEE HIGH SCHOOL Magee | 19.0 mi | 4.5 |
| MAGEE MIDDLE SCHOOL Magee | 19.1 mi | 3.8 |
| MOSELLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moselle | 18.8 mi | 7.6 |
| J E JOHNSON ELEMENTARY Prentiss | 18.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39428 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$45,840
Median Home Value
$99,500
Median Rent
$642/mo
Population
8,626
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
76.7%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
39.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOWMAR AVENUE SCHOOL Vicksburg, MS | 6.6 |
| DIBERVILLE ELEM Diberville, MS | 6.6 |
| PASS CHRISTIAN ELEM Pass Christian, MS | 6.6 |
| ST VINCENT DEPAUL Long Beach, MS | 6.6 |
| TUNICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tunica, MS | 6.6 |
| BIGGERSVILLE ELEMENTARY Corinth, MS | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins Elementary
What grades does Collins Elementary serve?
Collins Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Collins Elementary?
Collins Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Collins Elementary rank in MS?
Collins Elementary ranks #417 of 863 schools in MS.
What is Collins Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Collins Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Collins Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Collins Elementary a charter school?
No, Collins Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Collins Elementary a Title I school?
No, Collins Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Collins Elementary?
100.0% of students at Collins Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Covington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.5%
- Phone
- (601) 765-4383
Resources & Links
District
COVINGTON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,547
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,776
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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