Serving 453 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jacob L. Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jacob L. Adams Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1688 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Hispanic
10%
20%
Black
82%
21%
White
4%
44%
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob L. Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School is ranked #1688 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Jacob L. Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Jacob L. Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arthur Ashe Jr. Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Jacob L. Adams Elementary School?
453 students attend Jacob L. Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Jacob L. Adams Elementary School students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jacob L. Adams Elementary School?
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jacob L. Adams Elementary School offer ?
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jacob L. Adams Elementary School part of?
Jacob L. Adams Elementary School is part of Henrico County School District.
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