For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 312 students in Adams, MN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Adams, MN are Southland Middle School and Southland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adams, MN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Minnesota public elementary school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Adams have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Minnesota public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Adams, MN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southland Middle School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Nw Water St
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3568
Gr: 6-8 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Southland Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Nw Water St
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3283
Adams, MN 55909
(507) 582-3283
Gr: PK-5 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Adams, MN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Adams, MN include Southland Middle School and Southland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Adams?
2 public elementary schools are located in Adams.
What is the racial composition of students in Adams?
Adams public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Minnesota public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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