For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,496 students in Adams, NY.
The top ranked public schools in Adams, NY are South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adams, NY public schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the New York public school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 49% statewide average). Schools in Adams have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Adams, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Jefferson High School
(Math: 80-84% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Belleville Henderson Central School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Grades: PK-12
| 503 students
Rank: #33.
Clarke Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Grades: 6-8
| 404 students
Adams, New York ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6 Institute St
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Grades: K-6
| 216 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Adams, NY?
The top ranked public schools in Adams, NY include South Jefferson High School, Belleville Henderson Central School and Clarke Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Adams?
3 public schools are located in Adams.
What is the racial composition of students in Adams?
Adams public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Adams are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Adams include: Belleville Henderson Central School vs. South Jefferson High School
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