Adams Elementary School serves 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary School serves the northeast part of Lincoln, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 57 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Motto
Working together to achieve success for all students.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
5%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
82%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chester-east Lincoln Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
57 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Lincoln ESD 27 School District.
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