Serving 237 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Samuel Adams School encompasses the northern part of East Boston, MA, covering an area of approximately 19 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 3.7 miles, extending up to 7.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 237 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
237 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1241 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
16%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
Showing 2004–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #1241 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
237 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Adams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Boston School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Jeffries Point neighborhood of East Boston, MA.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A wonderful school! This small, diverse school is in East Boston, MA. I believe that the teachers and administrators are very decicated and caring people. Parent involvement is encouraged and gratefully welcomed. My son attends this school and is appropriately and positively challenged in the classroom. I would not want him at any other school!
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