Serving 1,917 students in grades 9-12, Adams High School ranks in the top 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Adams High School's student population of 1,917 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#714 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
29%
14%
Black
24%
13%
White
35%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 #714 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 36% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% 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 87%.
How many students attend Adams High School?
1,917 students attend Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Adams High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams High School?
Adams High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams High School offer ?
Adams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
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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