Adams Central Middle School

222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 317 students in grades 6-8, Adams Central Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 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 37% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30% in IN
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Adams Central Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Adams Central Middle School's student population of 317 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers

School Rankings

Adams Central Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#502 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
51%
38%
47%
41%
50-54%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Adams Central Middle School's ranking?
Adams Central Middle School is ranked #502 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Adams Central Middle School?
317 students attend Adams Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Adams Central Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Central Middle School?
Adams Central Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Central Middle School offer ?
Adams Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Central Middle School part of?
Adams Central Middle School is part of Adams Central Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 317 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 7%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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