Serving 412 students in grades 9-12, Adams Central 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Monroe, IN, encompassing approximately 138.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adams Central High School's student population of 412 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Adams Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
93%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Central High School's ranking?
Adams Central High School is ranked #500 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams Central High School often compared to?
Adams Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellmont Senior High School, South Adams High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adams Central High School?
The graduation rate of Adams Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88.1%.
How many students attend Adams Central High School?
412 students attend Adams Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Adams Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Central High School?
Adams Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Central High School offer ?
Adams Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Central High School part of?
Adams Central High School is part of Adams Central Community Schools.
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