Serving 270 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 270 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#441 out of 704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
13%
21%
White
84%
72%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #441 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School, Burton Elementary School, Kennedy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
270 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Idaho state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Madison School District.
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