Collins Elementary School

Collins is the worst school to put your child in. My child came to Collins in the 5th grade. The staff there are nice, but I'm not sending my child to a school to only be around nice staff. My child came from advanced placement at a school with an API score of 860. Her math ratings in math on state testing was 600 out of 600 and reading 416 out of 600. Collins have been unable to accommodate her intellectual ability. My child have not only been bored, but I have noticed a change in her behavior do to the lack of mental stimulation. Her vocabulary has changed significantly. She isn't interested in continuing GATE because all they do is give extra homework. I could go on, but I would like to end with a suggestion... If you are looking for a school that have staff especially a principal that have knowledge about the students, a passion for the students success and that's willing to do research to get answers to unanswered questions. Choose another school!
--Submitted by a parent

The schools boiler has failed over several years. The teachers have asked parents to bring portable heaters to their child's classroom on several occasions. This is the status-quo of our elected officials. The entire school facility is old and deteriorating. The teachers are great. The leadership is failing this school. With the hope from comments from you, perhaps this school will get the attention it deserves. Remember to vote.
--Submitted by a parent

This school has some of the best teachers and some of the worst. It is undergoing a transition from a traditional school to a more collaborative model. There are many wonderful families and a rich variety of cultures represented. There are also many families who are overwhelmed and who require considerable support. This is not a Title 1 School so there isn't funding for up to date training or adequate support for teachers. This creates a lot stress for the community. The Pinole Creek flows right behind the school and there are some spectacular coast live oaks.
--Submitted by a teacher

This school has gone downhill over the years. I am very involved in the school and I am sad to say that there is more ignorance and apathy than respect and responsibility. If you are considering sending your child here, you may want to reconsider. The same goes for prospective employees of the school.

I tried to work here as a classroom assistant and simply could not put up with the lack of structure and discipline. The kids talk back to everyone, including the principal who makes excuses for why they are doing it! Without respect I simply could not get anything done here and had to quit.

My daughter started at the beginning of the school year. I think it is a great school. Her teacher acknowledged that she wasn't at grade level and we addressed the problem. She tutors her for 30 minutes after school. My child is now at grade level. She has a great teacher.
--Submitted by a parent

My child entered this school recently. The kids are out of control and my daughter is not getting the education she deserves because other students are misbehaving without consequences. Do NOT send your child here!
--Submitted by a parent

I am encouraged by the new leadership this year. The new principal's compassionate, firm, and consistent guidance is starting to turn things around. Of course it will take time and all of our support to truly make Collins the best place for our children. But I am willing to do what I can to ensure that the new principal succeeds in her mission to provide a good education for my children. My children are doing better than they have ever done before. They are very receptive to the caring guidance of the new principal. And if they are happy and doind well in school, then I am happy!
--Submitted by a parent

The new principal is awful. She lets the students run the school. This place is awful.
--Submitted by a parent

This school was unbelievable. My son was only a student there for six months and that was way too long.
--Submitted by a parent