Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary serves the eastern part of Arlington, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 0.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the attendance zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being 0.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 743 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
743 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6472 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
50%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
33%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #6472 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pope Elementary School, South Davis Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
743 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Adams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 1% 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 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Arlington Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the East Arlington neighborhood of Arlington, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in East Arlington.
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