Excellent
#398 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 4% in state
Adams Elementary
Elementary School · Newport-Mesa Unified
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#398 of 9,539
In Costa Mesa
#9 of 39
public schools
In district
#9 of 31
Newport-Mesa Unified
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Adams Elementary
Adams Elementary is a public elementary school in Costa Mesa, CA, part of Newport-Mesa Unified. Adams Elementary serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Adams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Adams Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Adams Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Adams Elementary — Students at Adams Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Adams Elementary Compares
See how Adams Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2985 Bear St. Bldg. A, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Adams Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. California Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Killybrooke Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PAGE ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Costa Mesa, see our Costa Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RENASCENCE SCHOOL INTERNATIONAL Costa Mesa | 0.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Early College High Costa Mesa | 0.5 mi | 9.5 |
| Montessori Harbor Mesa Elementary Costa Mesa | 0.8 mi | — |
| THE PEGASUS SCHOOL Huntington Beach | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Estancia High Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Brood of Bees Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | — |
| Charles W. Tewinkle Middle Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| California Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Waldorf School of Orange County Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | — |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF ORANGE COUNTY Costa Mesa | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Wilson Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Killybrooke Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| MY FIRST MONTESSORI Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PAGE ACADEMY Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Page Private-Costa Mesa Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | — |
| Gisler (Robert) Elementary Fountain Valley | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| CHRISTIAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL-COSTA MESA Costa Mesa | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| My First Montessori Huntington Beach | 1.4 mi | — |
| Victoria Elementary Costa Mesa | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,627
Median Home Value
$1,037,700
Median Rent
$2,520/mo
Population
50,569
College Educated
46.3%
Homeownership
42%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
37.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allesandro Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 8.9 |
| Birney Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 8.9 |
| Blue Hills Elementary Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Christa McAuliffe Saratoga, CA | 8.9 |
| Cragmont Elementary Berkeley, CA | 8.9 |
| Edison Elementary Santa Monica, CA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Adams Elementary
What grades does Adams Elementary serve?
Adams Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Adams Elementary?
Adams Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Adams Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Adams Elementary is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Adams Elementary rank in CA?
Adams Elementary ranks #398 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Adams Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Adams Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Adams Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Adams Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Adams Elementary a charter school?
No, Adams Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Adams Elementary a Title I school?
No, Adams Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Adams Elementary?
78.2% of students at Adams Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (714) 424-7935
Resources & Links
District
Newport-Mesa Unified- District Enrollment
- 17,768
- Schools in District
- 32
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,064
- District Rank
- #9 of 31
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