COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Collins Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Franklin Pierce School District school district, located in Tacoma, WA with about 437 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 24 teachers, Collins Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Collins Elementary is a public school located in the Midland/Summit area of Tacoma, Washington, serving students within the Franklin Pierce School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. By leveraging a diverse curriculum and dedicated teaching staff, Collins Elementary aims to provide students with the foundational skills necessary for long-term academic success while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of their local community.

The school is well-regarded for its efforts to maintain an inclusive atmosphere where students of various backgrounds are encouraged to thrive. Beyond traditional classroom instruction, Collins Elementary often integrates technology and collaborative projects to help prepare students for the demands of the modern world. With its focus on partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding Tacoma community, the school strives to ensure that every student has access to the resources and encouragement needed to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact Collins Elementary at (253) 535-9888 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.