Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Adams Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 270 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Adams Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
17%
23%
Black
30%
7%
White
30%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Omaha School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Adams Elementary School is ranked #731 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boyd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
270 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Adams Elementary School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
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 Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Elementary School located?
Adams Elementary School is located in the Keystone neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 1 other public schools located in Keystone.
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