Adams Elementary School serves 281 students in grades 1-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Adams Elementary School's student population of 281 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Adams Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
1%
12%
White
92%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
281 students attend Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Adams Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Adams Elementary School offer ?
Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-2
What school district is Adams Elementary School part of?
Adams Elementary School is part of Fergus Falls Public School District.
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