Adams Elementary School, a public PreK–5 school in Gadsden, AL, was ranked #1038 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #749 in 2010 and fluctuating within the bottom 50% over recent years.
Math proficiency at Adams Elementary was 10–14%, lower than the state average of about 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 20–24%, also lower than the state average of about 47%; science proficiency was 20–29%, lower than the state average near 38%.
Enrollment increased slightly to 415 students in 2023 with 25 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 17:1; minority enrollment was 90%, with a majority of students eligible for free lunch at 88%, reflecting high socioeconomic need.
The school served a diverse student body including Black (51%), Hispanic (34%), White (10%), and other racial groups, positioning it among the top 20% most diverse schools in Alabama.
Adams Elementary was Title I eligible and had a graduation rate of 80% in 2023, which was lower than the state average of 88% and the district average of 84%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
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Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Adams Elementary School's student population of 415 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1038 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
34%
11%
Black
51%
32%
White
10%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #1038 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Donehoo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
415 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Adams Elementary School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Gadsden City School District.
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