Serving 342 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OR
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1963
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 1174 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
3%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.4%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Alligators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #381 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bessie Coleman Elementary School, Franklin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
342 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Corvallis SD 509j School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
This school is everything to me i used to go to Adams from kg to 5th grade i enjoyed the school so much and all the teachers were so nice i would love to go to middle school there but that's impossible.
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