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4.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Adams Center, New York

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Public: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 4.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
4.3/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$90,694

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$185,000

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
28%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
86%

Of occupied housing units

How Adams Center compares

Median household income

$91k

97% of New York median

About Schools in Adams Center, New York

Adams Center, New York is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Adams Center show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Adams Center is Maynard P Wilson Elementary School with a composite score of 4.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Adams Center is served by 1 school district: SOUTH JEFFERSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. These districts collectively serve 1,824 students.

Adams Center's community shows 28% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,694. The poverty rate in the area is 14.4%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
MAYNARD P WILSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
479 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.3

Schools in Adams Center

Adams Center, New York · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$90,694

Median Home Value

$185,000

Median Rent

$1,160/mo

Population

2,397

College Educated

28%

Homeownership

86%

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Community Profile

Adams Center has a median household income of $90,694. It is an area where 28% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,000, with a median rent of $1,160/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
New York
Total Schools
1
Elementary
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
4.3/10

Resources

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School District

SOUTH JEFFERSON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4 schools · 1,824 students

Nearby Cities

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Sandy Creek (3 schools)
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Calcium (1 school)
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Chaumont (2 schools)
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Black River (1 school)
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Evans Mills (1 school)
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Copenhagen (2 schools)
15 mi
Pulaski (2 schools)
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La Fargeville (1 school)
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Clayton (4 schools)
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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Adams Center, New York

How many schools are in Adams Center, New York?

Adams Center has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Adams Center, New York?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Adams Center is 4.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Adams Center, New York?

The top-ranked school in Adams Center on MySchoolScout is Maynard P Wilson Elementary School with a composite score of 4.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Adams Center, New York?

The top-ranked elementary school in Adams Center on MySchoolScout is Maynard P Wilson Elementary School with a composite score of 4.3/10.

How many school districts serve Adams Center, New York?

Adams Center is served by 1 school district: South Jefferson Central School District.

What is the education level in Adams Center, New York?

According to Census data, 28% of adults in Adams Center have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Adams Center, New York?

The median household income in Adams Center is approximately $90,694 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Adams Center, New York?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Adams Center is 12.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Adams Center, New York?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.