Serving 186 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 186 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 186 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
186 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2028 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
88%
15%
White
8%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #2028 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
186 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Adams Elementary School students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of St. Louis City School District.
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