Serving 655 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 655 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#845 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)62%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
36%
22%
Black
18%
24%
White
39%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.9%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #845 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
655 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Wake County Schools.
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