Serving 635 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 635 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Central Elementary School's student population of 635 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
635 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 1743 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Central Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Central Elementary School is ranked #575 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams Central Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluffton-harrison Elementary School, Bellmont Elementary School, Waynedale 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 39% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Adams Central Elementary School?
635 students attend Adams Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Adams Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Central Elementary School?
Adams Central Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Central Elementary School offer ?
Adams Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Central Elementary School part of?
Adams Central Elementary School is part of Adams Central Community Schools School District.
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