For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 189 students in Collins, IA.
The top-ranked public school in Collins, IA is Collins-maxwell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Collins, IA public school have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Iowa public school average of 68%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 70% statewide average). Schools in Collins have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Iowa public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public school average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Collins, IA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Collins-maxwell Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
416 Fourth Avenue
Collins, IA 50055
(641) 385-2446
Collins, IA 50055
(641) 385-2446
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Collins, IA?
The top-ranked public schools in Collins, IA include Collins-maxwell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Collins?
1 public schools are located in Collins.
What is the racial composition of students in Collins?
Collins public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Iowa public schools average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
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