Collins Elementary School

Summary:

Collins Elementary School is a highly successful public elementary school in Livingston, New Jersey, serving students from kindergarten to 5th grade. With consistently strong academic performance, a diverse student population, and low chronic absenteeism, Collins Elementary stands out as one of the top-performing schools in the state.

Academically, Collins Elementary ranks among the top 90 elementary schools in New Jersey, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics significantly exceeding state averages. The school's diverse student body, with a racial makeup of 47.51% White, 34.06% Asian, 6.51% Hispanic, 4.77% African American, and 6.94% two or more races, is a key differentiating factor compared to nearby schools. Additionally, Collins Elementary boasts a very low chronic absenteeism rate of just 2.4%, indicating a high level of student engagement and attendance.

While Collins Elementary is a standout performer, the nearby schools in the Livingston Board of Education School District are also impressive, with several other schools ranking in the top 100 in the state. This suggests a strong overall educational system in the Livingston area. However, the school could explore ways to further support the performance of English Language Learner (ELL) students and students with special needs, as these subgroups do not rank as highly as the school's overall performance.


Detail:

Public K-5

 67 Martin Rd
       Livingston, NJ  07039-4631


(973) 535-8000

District: Livingston Board of Education School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
90th of 1,342 New Jersey Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $11,450 Help


Students who attend Collins Elementary School usually attend:

Middle:    Heritage Middle School
    Mount Pleasant Middle School
High:    Livingston High School

Student/teacher ratio:  11.5 Help
Number of students:  461

Racial breakdown:

White:
47.5%
Asian:
34.1%
Two or more races:
6.9%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  2% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Collins Elementary School ranks better than 93.3% of elementary schools in New Jersey. It also ranks 5th among 6 ranked elementary schools in the Livingston Board of Education School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 91.78. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (47.5%), Asian (34.1%), two or more races (6.9%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 2% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Collins Elementary School is 11.5, which is the 2nd best among 6 elementary schools in the Livingston Board of Education School District. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Collins Elementary School is $11,450, which is the 3rd highest among 6 elementary schools in the Livingston Board of Education School District.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Collins Elementary School:

SchoolDigger ranks Collins Elementary School 90th of 1342 New Jersey public elementary schools. (See Collins Elementary School in the ranking list.)

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Livingston Board of Education School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Livingston Board of Education School District 33rd of 615 New Jersey school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Collins Elementary School

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Rank History for all students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2003 82.01 183rd 1204 84.8%
2004 83.44 99th 1298 92.4%
2005 81.46 138th 1303 89.4%
2006 77.72 245th 1314 81.4%
2007 79.58 147th 1329 88.9%
2008 67.57 517th 1338 61.4%
2009 67.66 517th 1346 61.6%
2010 76.88 290th 1354 78.6%
2011 85.63 61st 1360 95.5%
2012 86.75 40th 1363 97.1%
2013 87.05 49th 1367 96.4%
2014 84.21 135th 1363 90.1%
2015 92.22 71st 1357 94.8%
2016 86.40 154th 1346 88.6%
2017 87.24 140th 1352 89.6%
2018 84.05 192nd 1353 85.8%
2019 84.37 189th 1360 86.1%
2021 93.65 68th 1317 94.8%
2022 92.39 89th 1345 93.4%
2023 91.78 90th 1342 93.3%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 73.84 97th 434 77.6%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.86 330th 1001 67.0%
2019 68.73 245th 1007 75.7%
2021 72.67 158th 868 81.8%
2022 64.31 259th 949 72.7%
2023 61.38 281st 958 70.7%
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Rank History for Female students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 81.31 218th 1333 83.6%
2019 83.60 179th 1331 86.6%
2021 93.31 52nd 1290 96.0%
2022 91.50 82nd 1326 93.8%
2023 90.73 97th 1318 92.6%
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Rank History for Male students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 84.71 169th 1334 87.3%
2019 83.20 187th 1335 86.0%
2021 92.19 73rd 1297 94.4%
2022 92.04 82nd 1324 93.8%
2023 91.46 83rd 1315 93.7%
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Rank History for Asian students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.93 47th 370 87.3%
2019 79.78 47th 370 87.3%
2021 80.60 39th 339 88.5%
2022 82.49 40th 348 88.5%
2023 80.59 38th 346 89.0%
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Rank History for White students at Collins Elementary School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools NJ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.31 355th 1022 65.3%
2019 70.69 263rd 1023 74.3%
2021 75.45 176th 964 81.7%
2022 80.09 160th 976 83.6%
2023 77.90 167th 975 82.9%
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Data source: test scores: New Jersey Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Collins Elementary School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1988 335 6 55 1 0 n/a n/a 0 397
1989 329 6 47 4 4 n/a n/a 0 390
1990 188 8 43 5 0 n/a n/a 0 244
1991 165 7 39 2 1 n/a n/a 0 214
1992 187 8 41 2 0 n/a n/a 0 238
1993 182 8 49 5 0 n/a n/a 0 244
1994 222 2 49 4 0 n/a n/a 0 277
1995 264 4 60 8 0 n/a n/a 0 336
1996 264 4 60 8 0 n/a n/a 0 336
1998 285 8 65 15 0 n/a n/a 0 373
1999 296 7 55 10 0 n/a n/a 0 368
2000 299 5 60 11 0 n/a n/a 0 375
2001 321 5 54 10 0 n/a n/a 0 390
2002 307 4 70 16 0 n/a n/a 0 397
2003 307 4 70 16 0 n/a n/a 0 397
2004 309 8 82 12 0 n/a n/a 0 411
2005 291 12 84 7 0 n/a n/a 0 394
2006 314 9 89 7 0 n/a n/a 0 419
2007 318 11 95 3 0 n/a n/a 0 427
2008 315 12 86 8 0 n/a n/a 0 421
2009 308 12 83 14 0 0 2 0 419
2010 298 12 84 16 0 1 4 0 415
2011 308 11 83 17 0 1 5 0 425
2012 296 8 93 16 0 1 6 0 420
2013 287 7 107 14 0 2 10 0 427
2014 282 10 117 14 0 2 11 0 436
2015 276 14 134 13 0 2 12 0 451
2016 302 10 132 13 0 2 13 0 472
2017 290 12 127 18 0 2 14 0 463
2018 278 12 122 21 0 2 17 0 452
2019 277 18 120 22 0 2 24 0 463
2020 258 24 135 20 1 1 23 0 462
2021 243 21 142 18 1 1 26 0 452
2022 216 19 156 26 2 0 30 0 449
2023 219 22 157 30 1 0 32 0 461

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Collins Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 397 23.0 17.2 n/a
1989 390 24.0 16.2 n/a
1990 244 18.0 13.5 0.8
1991 214 17.0 12.5 0
1992 238 17.0 14.0 n/a
1993 244 18.0 13.6 0
1994 277 20.0 13.8 n/a
1995 336 20.0 16.8 n/a
1996 336 20.0 16.8 n/a
1998 373 23.0 16.2 0.8
1999 368 24.8 14.8 1.4
2000 375 24.0 15.6 2.1
2001 390 24.3 16.0 1.5
2002 397 26.0 15.3 0.5
2003 397 26.0 15.3 0.5
2004 411 26.0 15.8 0
2005 394 25.0 15.8 n/a
2006 419 25.6 16.4 0.7
2007 427 26.0 16.4 n/a
2008 421 20.0 21.1 0.5
2009 419 34.6 11.1 0.7
2010 415 20.0 20.7 0.5
2011 425 20.0 21.2 0.9
2012 420 23.4 17.9 0
2013 427 30.4 14.0 0.9
2014 436 32.5 13.4 0.9
2015 451 34.0 13.2 1.3
2016 472 36.0 13.1 0.8
2017 463 36.4 12.7 1.5
2018 452 37.1 12.1 1.8
2019 463 38.9 11.8 1.7
2020 462 37.9 12.1 1.9
2021 452 37.1 12.1 2.4
2022 449 38.8 11.5 0.9
2023 461 40.0 11.5 2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Collins Elementary School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1988 397 23.0 17.2 n/a
1989 390 24.0 16.2 n/a
1990 244 18.0 13.5 0.8
1991 214 17.0 12.5 0
1992 238 17.0 14.0 n/a
1993 244 18.0 13.6 0
1994 277 20.0 13.8 n/a
1995 336 20.0 16.8 n/a
1996 336 20.0 16.8 n/a
1998 373 23.0 16.2 0.8
1999 368 24.8 14.8 1.4
2000 375 24.0 15.6 2.1
2001 390 24.3 16.0 1.5
2002 397 26.0 15.3 0.5
2003 397 26.0 15.3 0.5
2004 411 26.0 15.8 0
2005 394 25.0 15.8 n/a
2006 419 25.6 16.4 0.7
2007 427 26.0 16.4 n/a
2008 421 20.0 21.1 0.5
2009 419 34.6 11.1 0.7
2010 415 20.0 20.7 0.5
2011 425 20.0 21.2 0.9
2012 420 23.4 17.9 0
2013 427 30.4 14.0 0.9
2014 436 32.5 13.4 0.9
2015 451 34.0 13.2 1.3
2016 472 36.0 13.1 0.8
2017 463 36.4 12.7 1.5
2018 452 37.1 12.1 1.8
2019 463 38.9 11.8 1.7
2020 462 37.9 12.1 1.9
2021 452 37.1 12.1 2.4
2022 449 38.8 11.5 0.9
2023 461 40.0 11.5 2

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Collins Elementary School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $413 (3.6%) $11,037 (96.4%) $11,450

Data source: New Jersey Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Collins Elementary School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 189th of 1360 Elementary schoolsRanks 90th of 1342 Elementary schools
 7.2%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Collins Elementary School)85.777.7
 8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Livingston Board of Education School District)81.979
 2.9%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)50.242
 8.2%
3rd Grade Mathematics (Collins Elementary School)7779.3
 2.3%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Livingston Board of Education School District)81.675
 6.6%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)55.145.9
 9.2%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Collins Elementary School)80.686.5
 5.9%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Livingston Board of Education School District)85.484.2
 1.2%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.451.3
 6.1%
4th Grade Mathematics (Collins Elementary School)62.471.9
 9.5%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Livingston Board of Education School District)75.879
 3.2%
   4th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)5144.3
 6.7%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Collins Elementary School)82.979.4
 3.5%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Livingston Board of Education School District)8585.9
 0.9%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (New Jersey)57.953.2
 4.7%
5th Grade Mathematics (Collins Elementary School)65.271.3
 6.1%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Livingston Board of Education School District)73.275.6
 2.4%
   5th Grade Mathematics (New Jersey)46.840.1
 6.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students463461
 0.4%
African American1822
 22.2%
American Indian01
Asian120157
 30.8%
Hispanic2230
 36.4%
Pacific Islander20
 100%
White277219
 20.9%
Two or More Races2432
 33.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients1.7%2%
 0.2%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Collins Elementary School

Students at Collins Elementary School are 48% White, 34% Asian, 7% Two or more races, 7% Hispanic, 5% African American.

Students who attend Collins Elementary School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Heritage Middle School
Middle : Mount Pleasant Middle School
High : Livingston High School

In the 2022-23 school year, 461 students attended Collins Elementary School.

Yes. Collins Elementary School ranks in the top 6.7% of New Jersey elementary schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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