Best Adams Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,496 students in Adams, NY.

The top ranked public schools in Adams, NY are South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Adams, NY public schools have an score of 44% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Adams have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.

Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Adams, NY (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

South Jefferson High School

(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
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11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531

Gr: 9-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Rank: #22.

Belleville Henderson Central School

(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
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8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121

Gr: PK-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Rank: #33.

Clarke Middle School

(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
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11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531

Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Adams, New York

Adams, New York Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Frederick N. Scholtz Elementary School (Closed 2005)

6 Institute St
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841

Gr: K-6 | 216 students Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in Adams, NY?

The top ranked public schools in Adams, NY include South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School.

How many public schools are located in Adams?

3 public schools are located in Adams.

What is the racial composition of students in Adams?

Adams public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Which public schools in Adams are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public schools in Adams include: Belleville Henderson Central School vs. South Jefferson High School