Collins Elementary School

4368 HEATHER LN SE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546

www.fhps.net

358 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 4th

School Overview

Collins Elementary School, located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a key institution within the Forest Hills Public Schools (FHPS) district. Situated in a residential area on Heather Lane, the school serves a suburban community and is known for aligning with the district’s high standards for academic excellence and student development. As part of Forest Hills, Collins Elementary benefits from the resources and reputation of one of the top-performing school districts in the state, emphasizing a rigorous curriculum, supportive learning environments, and a focus on preparing students for middle school and beyond.

The school is deeply integrated into the Forest Hills community culture, which prioritizes a well-rounded educational experience. Beyond core academic subjects, the school typically emphasizes character education, community involvement, and a variety of extracurricular opportunities designed to foster student growth. Parents and families looking for more specific information regarding school policies, mission statements, or enrollment details can find comprehensive resources through the district’s official website at [www.fhps.net](http://www.fhps.net).

358

Total Students

20.1

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

18.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Collins Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	259
Hispanic	22
Black	14
Asian	31
Two or More	28
American Indian	4

White
259 (72.3 %)
Asian
31 (8.7 %)
Two or More
28 (7.8 %)
Hispanic
22 (6.1 %)
Black
14 (3.9 %)
American Indian
4 (1.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Forest Hills Public Schools
Phone:	(616)493-8900
Website:	http://www.fhps.net
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 4th
Total Students:	358
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	53
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	14

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 67

Grade 1 59

Grade 2 86

Grade 3 67

Grade 4 79