Excellent
#65 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Collins Elementary School
Elementary School · Livingston Board of Education School District
67 MARTIN RD, Livingston, NJ 07039
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#65 of 2,466
In Livingston
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Livingston Board of Education School District
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Collins Elementary School
Collins Elementary School is a public elementary school in Livingston, NJ, part of Livingston Board of Education School District. Collins Elementary School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Collins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #65 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Collins Elementary School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- NJ avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Collins Elementary School — Students at Collins Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from NJ 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: 8.8/10.
How Collins Elementary School Compares
See how Collins 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
67 MARTIN RD, Livingston, NJ 07039
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Collins Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Pleasant Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Orange), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hillside Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Burnet Hill Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Livingston High School Livingston | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Hillside Elementary School Livingston | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School Livingston | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Burnet Hill Elementary School Livingston | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange | 1.2 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Harrison Elementary School Livingston | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Deerfield School Short Hills | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Heritage Middle School Livingston | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Riker Hill Elementary School Livingston | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| FAR BROOK SCHOOL Short Hills | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Liberty Middle School West Orange | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
| St. Cloud Elementary School W. Orange | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School West Orange | 2.0 mi | 9.1 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ACADEMY Short Hills | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07039 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$218,416
Median Home Value
$746,100
Median Rent
$2,953/mo
Population
31,128
College Educated
73%
Homeownership
86.2%
Avg Commute
37.1 min
Poverty Rate
2.2%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fort Dix Elementary School Fort Dix, NJ | 8.9 |
| Brookdale Elementary School Bloomfield, NJ | 8.8 |
| Cranberry Pines Elementary Medford, NJ | 8.8 |
| Edith A. Bogert Elementary School Upper Saddle River, NJ | 8.8 |
| Fairview Elementary School Red Bank, NJ | 8.8 |
| Joseph F Brandt Elementary School Hoboken, NJ | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Collins Elementary School
What grades does Collins Elementary School serve?
Collins Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Collins Elementary School?
Collins Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Collins Elementary School is 11.8:1. 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 NJ?
Collins Elementary School ranks #65 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Collins Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Collins Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
1.5% 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.7%
- Phone
- (973) 535-8000
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Board of Education School District- District Enrollment
- 6,489
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,041
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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