For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 490 students in Adams, NE.
The top-ranked public schools in Adams, NE are Freeman High School and Freeman Elementary-adams. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adams, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Adams have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Adams, NE (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Freeman High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
415 Eighth St
Adams, NE 68301
(402) 988-2525
Adams, NE 68301
(402) 988-2525
Gr: 7-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Freeman Elementary-adams
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
415 Eighth St
Adams, NE 68301
(402) 988-2525
Adams, NE 68301
(402) 988-2525
Gr: PK-10 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Adams, NE?
The top-ranked public schools in Adams, NE include Freeman High School and Freeman Elementary-adams.
How many public schools are located in Adams?
2 public schools are located in Adams.
What is the racial composition of students in Adams?
Adams public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Adams are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Adams include: Freeman High School vs. Freeman Elementary-adams
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