Serving 469 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adams Elementary serves the west part of Santa Barbara, CA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 469 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
Campus Size
10 acres
School Motto
Teamwork Integrity Growth Expectations Responsibility Scholarship for Life
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 0.45, 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
#3879 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
12%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
71%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
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 #3879 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Adelante Charter by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
469 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Adams Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Santa Barbara Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Hitchcock neighborhood of Santa Barbara, CA.
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