For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,065 students in Adams, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Adams, NY are South Jefferson High School and Belleville Henderson Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adams, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Adams have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Adams, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Jefferson High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Adams, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Jefferson High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Gr: 9-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Belleville Henderson Central School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Gr: PK-12 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Adams, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Adams, NY include South Jefferson High School and Belleville Henderson Central School.
How many public high schools are located in Adams?
2 public high schools are located in Adams.
What is the racial composition of students in Adams?
Adams public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Adams are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Adams include: Belleville Henderson Central School vs. South Jefferson High School
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