CAPTAIN RAYMOND COLLINS

Captain Raymond Collins is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Paramount Unified school district, located in Long Beach, CA with about 564 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 25 teachers, Captain Raymond Collins has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Captain Raymond Collins Elementary School is a public school located in the North Long Beach area, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the Long Beach Unified School District, the school is named in honor of a local community figure and is situated in a residential neighborhood off Coke Street. It operates with a focus on providing foundational academic instruction, fostering a safe learning environment, and supporting the diverse student population of the surrounding community.

As a neighborhood school, Captain Raymond Collins emphasizes student development through a structured curriculum that aligns with district-wide educational standards. The campus serves as a central hub for families in the area, offering various programs designed to support student achievement, social-emotional growth, and community engagement. By prioritizing literacy, mathematics, and collaborative learning, the school aims to prepare its young students for success as they transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Captain Raymond Collins at (562) 602-8008 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.