Adams Elementary school is near the heart of Ballard on 28th Avenue and is part of the Seattle Public School System. With small classroom sizes, the focus on student education and development is the top priority at Adams Elementary. The school has seen consistent growth in its students in all subjects, including scores measured against the national averages in Math and English.
An award-winning arts program, the only one of its kind in Seattle, helps Adams Elementary stand out among other schools in the area. Art is infused into daily instruction with theater, visual art, dance and music. Adams Elementary has received multiple awards for its program, including the Mayor’s Art Award and Excellence in Arts Education.
Adams believes in supporting the whole student and has developed a social and emotional wellness program. They provide resources for teachers, students and parents to develop skills that promote healthy identities and supportive relationships while helping students achieve their goals.
Adams Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-5
6110 28th Ave NW,
Seattle, WA
Seattle Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Anne Johnson
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
77%
Reading Proficiency
82%
Niche Grade
A
A
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
82%
Math Proficiency
77%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
GreatSchools Rating
10
6
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
82.2%
State Average
41.7%
Science
90.6%
State Average
49.7%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
1,110:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.1%
Female
45.9%
White
72.3%
Two or more races
11.9%
Hispanic
6.9%
Black
5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
1/15/2025
We moved from private school to Adams Elementary and couldn't be happier with our decision. Our students are getting the academic support they need (they were academically behind when they moved from private), they were warmly welcomed to the school by students and teachers, and they have excelled i...
1/15/2025
I’m so glad to have my child at Adams! All the kids really seem to look out for each other and the parents and teachers I’ve encountered are supportive and encouraging. I love the Social Emotional learning focus and family focused events at the school.
10/16/2024
Adams Elementary has been a wonderful experience for our family. The school creates a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow not just academically, but as individuals.The teachers at Adams are truly exceptional. From day one, we’ve been struck by how much they genui...
9/20/2024
Very upset with the response of school administration and staff to a complaint regarding bullying. Condescending response and a defensive response instead of an empathetic reassuring action plan response.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Ballard
List Price Range
$365K - $1.6M
Homes For Sale
41
Average Home Value
$811,884
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
% Renters
73%
Household Income
$145,919
% of College Grads
75.6%
Median Age
36
Average House Size
1,604 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
76.7%
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- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- 9th to 12th
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- Picnic Area
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- Picnic Area
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- Soccer
- Playground
Thyme Patch Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Carl S. English Jr. Botanical Garden
- Trails
- Events
- Botanical Gardens
Bergen Place
- Picnic Area
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