Serving 519 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Mary Adams Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Adams Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mary Adams Elementary School's student population of 519 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary Adams Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary Adams Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#211 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
3%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
8%
13%
White
51%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary Adams Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Adams Elementary School is ranked #211 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Mary Adams Elementary School often compared to?
Mary Adams Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Mary Adams Elementary School?
519 students attend Mary Adams Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Mary Adams Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Adams Elementary School?
Mary Adams Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Mary Adams Elementary School offer ?
Mary Adams Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Mary Adams Elementary School part of?
Mary Adams Elementary School is part of Franklin Township Com Sch Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Adams Elementary School located?
Mary Adams Elementary School is located in the Franklin Township neighborhood of Indianapolis, IN. There are 10 other public schools located in Franklin Township.
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