John Adams High School is a public high school in South Bend, Indiana.
Serving 1,966 students in grades 9-12, Adams High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Adams High School's student population of 1,966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,966 students
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adams High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#949 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
15%
Black
29%
14%
White
32%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams High School's ranking?
Adams High School is ranked #949 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams High School often compared to?
Adams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay High School, Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adams High School?
The graduation rate of Adams High School is 90%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Adams High School?
1,966 students attend Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Adams High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams High School?
Adams High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams High School offer ?
Adams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams High School part of?
Adams High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams High School located?
Adams High School is located in the River Park neighborhood of South Bend, IN. There are 1 other public schools located in River Park.
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