Serving 232 students in grades 3-4, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Carroll, IA, encompassing approximately 271 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
7%
7%
White
76%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #761 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glidden-ralston Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
232 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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 Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Carroll Comm School District.
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