Adams Elem vs Arkansas City High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kansas, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elem
Arkansas City · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
306 students
Arkansas City High
Arkansas City · Public high · Grades 9–12
885 students
| Measure | Adams Elem Arkansas City, Kansas | Arkansas City High Arkansas City, Kansas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #605 of 686 | #248 of 296 |
| National rank | #43050 of 50,301 | #14337 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 306 | 885 |
| Enrollment | 306 | 885 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.8% | 51% |
| Students per teacher | 13.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 12% |
| city | Arkansas City | Arkansas City |
| state | Kansas | Kansas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arkansas City High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.2 vs 22.8).
- •Adams Elem does better on math proficiency (22% vs 12%).
- •Adams Elem does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Arkansas City High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51% vs 75.8%).
- •Adams Elem does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 14.3).
- •Arkansas City High is the larger school with 885 students compared with 306.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Adams Elem better than Arkansas City High?
On the Success Index (US), Arkansas City High ranks higher (25.2 vs 22.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Adams Elem and Arkansas City High?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Arkansas City and Arkansas City in Kansas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elem: 306. Arkansas City High: 885. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elem and Arkansas City High rank in Kansas?
Adams Elem is 605th of 686 and Arkansas City High is 248th of 296 among elementary schools in Kansas on the 2025 Success Index (US).