At a glance
Reported students
1,966
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
129.62
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Indiana high enrollment
91st percentile
Compared with 437 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
399
Adams High School: 1,966 reported students.
State peer staffing position
60th percentile
15.2:1 reported; state peer median 14.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,918
- Teachers (FTE)
- 137.22
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14:1
What the reported data says about Adams High School
Adams High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in South Bend. It is one of 31 current school records connected to South Bend Community School Corp. NCES reports 1,966 students for 2024–25.
Among 437 high schools in Indiana with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 481 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 91st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.2:1, close to the Indiana median of 14.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (32.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.9%). English learners represent 11.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 6 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Adams High School
- 1How do the reported 15.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 129.62 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5.34 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 48.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5.34
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White32.2%
- Hispanic28.9%
- Black28.5%
- Asian2.1%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
6 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in South Bend Community School Corp
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Riley High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,238 reported students
Washington High School
High · Grades 09–12
795 reported students
Rise Up Academy at Eggleston
High · Grades 09–12
149 reported students
Clay High School
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Jefferson Traditional School
Middle · Grades 06–08
591 reported students
Harrison Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
555 reported students
Public schools near Adams High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riley High School High · South Bend Community School Corp | 09–12 | 1,238 | 1.3 mi |
| Rise Up Academy at Eggleston High · South Bend Community School Corp | 09–12 | 149 | 1.4 mi |
| Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend High · Charter · Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend | 09–12 | 138 | 1.5 mi |
| Cavemen Academy of Virtual Excellence High · School City of Mishawaka | 06–12 | 162 | 2.7 mi |
| Mishawaka High School High · School City of Mishawaka | 09–12 | 1,327 | 3.2 mi |
| Excel Center - South Bend High · Charter · Excel Center - South Bend | 09–12 | 296 | 3.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Adams High School
What grades does Adams High School serve?
Adams High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in South Bend Community School Corp.
How many students attend Adams High School?
Adams High School reported 1,966 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 91st percentile among 437 Indiana high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,918 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Adams High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.2:1, based on 1,966 students and 129.62 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Indiana median for the same school level is 14.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Adams High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Adams High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Adams High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
48.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Adams High School in?
Adams High School is part of South Bend Community School Corp, based in South Bend, IN, which operates 31 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Adams High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Riley High School (1.3 mi), Rise Up Academy at Eggleston (1.4 mi), Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend (1.5 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.