Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 276 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#733 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
16%
22%
Black
25%
7%
White
33%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #733 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
276 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Keystone neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Keystone.
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