Adams Elementary School

270 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Adams Elementary School is a public school located in the historic neighborhoods of Fort Wayne, Indiana, serving a diverse student body within the Fort Wayne Community Schools (FWCS) district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and strong community engagement. By utilizing a curriculum aligned with state standards, the faculty works to prepare students for success in middle school and beyond, often integrating modern instructional strategies to meet the varied needs of its learners.

Beyond the classroom, Adams Elementary plays a vital role in its local community by providing a supportive space for students and their families. The school typically hosts a variety of initiatives, including extracurricular activities, community outreach events, and partnerships that aim to bridge the gap between home and school life. With a focus on cultivating a safe and encouraging atmosphere, Adams Elementary strives to empower its students to become responsible, lifelong learners who are well-equipped to contribute positively to the Fort Wayne area.

270

Total Students

20.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

90.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Adams Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	43
Hispanic	114
Black	70
Asian	9
Two or More	33
Pacific Islander	1

Hispanic
114 (42.2 %)
Black
70 (25.9 %)
White
43 (15.9 %)
Two or More
33 (12.2 %)
Asian
9 (3.3 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.4 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fort Wayne Community Schools
Phone:	(260)467-5850
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	270
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	20.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	240
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 20

Kindergarten 43

Grade 1 44

Grade 2 37

Grade 3 48

Grade 4 38

Grade 5 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Adams Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	20
Kindergarten	43
Grade 1	44
Grade 2	37
Grade 3	48
Grade 4	38
Grade 5	40

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Adams Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	121	44.8%
Male	149	55.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)