At a glance
Reported students
270
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
19.79
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.6:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nebraska elementary enrollment
45th percentile
Compared with 530 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
366
Adams Elementary School: 270 reported students.
State peer staffing position
54th percentile
13.6:1 reported; state peer median 13.4:1. 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
- 253
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21.35
- Student–teacher ratio
- 11.9:1
What the reported data says about Adams Elementary School
Adams Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Omaha. It is one of 112 current school records connected to Omaha Public Schools. NCES reports 270 students for 2024–25.
Among 530 elementary schools in Nebraska with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 286 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 45th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.6:1, close to the Nebraska median of 13.4:1 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 (30.4%) and Black (29.6%). English learners represent 10.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Adams Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 13.6:1 student–teacher ratio and 19.79 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 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
- 10.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.45
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White30.4%
- Hispanic16.7%
- Black29.6%
- Asian7.8%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial15.6%
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
Gifted and talented
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 Omaha Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Benson West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
268 reported students
Kennedy Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
272 reported students
Jackson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
273 reported students
Belle Ryan Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–06
278 reported students
Central Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
280 reported students
Masters Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
281 reported students
Public schools near Adams Elementary 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boyd Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 547 | 0.8 mi |
| Benson West Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 268 | 1 mi |
| Westbrook Elementary School Elementary · Westside Community Schools | PK–06 | 545 | 1.3 mi |
| Hillside Elementary School Elementary · Westside Community Schools | PK–06 | 391 | 1.3 mi |
| Dodge Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 479 | 1.6 mi |
| Hartman Elementary School Elementary · Omaha Public Schools | PK–05 | 448 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Adams Elementary School
What grades does Adams Elementary School serve?
Adams Elementary School reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Omaha Public Schools.
How many students attend Adams Elementary School?
Adams Elementary School reported 270 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 45th percentile among 530 Nebraska elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 253 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Adams Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 13.6:1, based on 270 students and 19.79 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nebraska median for the same school level is 13.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Adams Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Adams Elementary School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Omaha Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Adams Elementary School in?
Adams Elementary School is part of Omaha Public Schools, based in Omaha, NE, which operates 112 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Adams Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Boyd Elementary School (0.8 mi), Benson West Elementary School (1 mi), Westbrook Elementary School (1.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.