Serving 11 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Adel 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 54%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in OR)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Adel Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Adel, OR, encompassing approximately 547.1 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adel Elementary School's student population of 11 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adel Elementary School is 0.17, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
54%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
26%
Black
n/a
3%
White
91%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)18.2%
42.4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
91%
n/a
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Adel Elementary School often compared to?
Adel Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont/hay Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% OR state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% OR state average).
How many students attend Adel Elementary School?
11 students attend Adel Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Adel Elementary School students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adel Elementary School?
Adel Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adel Elementary School offer ?
Adel Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adel Elementary School part of?
Adel Elementary School is part of Adel SD 21 School District.
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