Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Central Elementary School's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Central Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Central Elementary School is ranked #552 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams Central Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton-harrison Elementary School, Waynedale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Adams Central Elementary School?
645 students attend Adams Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Adams Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Central Elementary School?
Adams Central Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Central Elementary School offer ?
Adams Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Adams Central Elementary School part of?
Adams Central Elementary School is part of Adams Central Community Schools School District.
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