Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Captain Raymond Collins ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Captain Raymond Collins ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Captain Raymond Collins's student population of 527 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Captain Raymond Collins ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Captain Raymond Collins is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7950 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
12%
Hispanic
52%
56%
Black
37%
5%
White
1%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Captain Raymond Collins's ranking?
Captain Raymond Collins is ranked #7950 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Captain Raymond Collins often compared to?
Captain Raymond Collinsis often viewed alongside schools like Craig Williams Elementary School, Addams Elementary School, Major Lynn Mokler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Captain Raymond Collins?
527 students attend Captain Raymond Collins.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Captain Raymond Collins students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Captain Raymond Collins?
Captain Raymond Collins has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Captain Raymond Collins offer ?
Captain Raymond Collins offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Captain Raymond Collins part of?
Captain Raymond Collins is part of Paramount Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Captain Raymond Collins located?
Captain Raymond Collins is located in the North Long Beach neighborhood of Long Beach, CA. There are 11 other public schools located in North Long Beach.
School Reviews
1 5/2/2017
Just bad..my little one will be starting kindergarten soon but will definitely not be attending here..I've already had two of my kids who graduated thank goodness...
5 8/5/2013
it hopefully getting better as time goes on
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