For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,092 students in Adams, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in Adams, NY are South Jefferson High School and Belleville Henderson Central School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Adams, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Adams have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Adams, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Jefferson High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Adams, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Jefferson High School
(Math: 80-84% | 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
Grades: 9-12
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Belleville Henderson Central School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8372 County Rt 75
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 846-5121
Grades: PK-12
| 503 students
Adams, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6 Institute St
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Adams, NY 13605
(315) 232-4841
Grades: K-6
| 216 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Adams, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in Adams, NY include South Jefferson High School and Belleville Henderson Central School.
How many public high schools are located in Adams?
2 public high schools are located in Adams.
What is the racial composition of students in Adams?
Adams public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Adams are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Adams include: Belleville Henderson Central School vs. South Jefferson High School
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