Serving 337 students in grades 9-12, South Adams High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Adams High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Adams High School's student population of 337 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Adams High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Adams High School is 0.30, 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
#413 out of 1755 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
1%
13%
White
83%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 South Adams High School's ranking?
South Adams High School is ranked #413 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are South Adams High School often compared to?
South Adams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adams Central High School, Bellmont Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Adams High School?
The graduation rate of South Adams High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend South Adams High School?
337 students attend South Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of South Adams High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Adams High School?
South Adams High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does South Adams High School offer ?
South Adams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is South Adams High School part of?
South Adams High School is part of South Adams Schools School District.
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