Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Adams Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 14:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Adams Central High School's student population of 408 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Adams Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Central High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#521 out of 1763 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adams Central High School's ranking?
Adams Central High School is ranked #521 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Adams Central High School often compared to?
Adams Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellmont Senior High School, South Adams High 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 38% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adams Central High School?
The graduation rate of Adams Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Adams Central High School?
408 students attend Adams Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Adams Central High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Adams Central High School?
Adams Central High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Adams Central High School offer ?
Adams Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Adams Central High School part of?
Adams Central High School is part of Adams Central Community Schools School District.
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