Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary serves the northwest part of Costa Mesa, CA, covering an area of approximately 2.1 square miles. Families in this attendance zone typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4139 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
74%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.5%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #4139 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
321 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Adams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Newport-Mesa Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Mesa Verde neighborhood of Costa Mesa, CA. There are 2 other public schools located in Mesa Verde.
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