For the 2026 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 44% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), 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 Public Schools in Adams, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Jefferson High School
(Math: 70-79% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Belleville Henderson Central School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Gr: PK-12 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Clarke Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11060 Us Rt 11
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4531
Gr: 6-8 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Adams, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
6 Institute St
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Gr: K-6 | 216 students Minority enrollment: 3%
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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