Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary School serves the east part of Fort Wayne, IN, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located around 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 308 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.71, which is more 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
#1716 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
15%
Black
27%
14%
White
14%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #1716 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merle J Abbett Elementary School, Waynedale Elementary School, John S Irwin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
308 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Adams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Indiana 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 Fort Wayne Community Schools.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the East Side Community neighborhood of Fort Wayne, IN.
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