Serving 240 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 27% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 240 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 709 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.43. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#29 out of 709 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 709 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% ID state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
240 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the East End neighborhood of Boise, ID. There are 1 other public schools located in East End.
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