Serving 285 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 2088 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
5%
5%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
285 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Adams neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
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