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Adams Elementary

Newport-Mesa Unified · Orange County · 2850 Club House Road, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-4705

(714) 424-7935 · www.nmusd.us

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7/10
#1991
Rank 1991 out of 5,722
Top 35%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1594 · 72nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #2370 · 59th percentile
Science7/10 · #2189 · 61st percentile

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School Overview

Adams Elementary sits in one of Costa Mesa's quieter, more established neighborhoods, drawing families who want a solid, well-rounded elementary experience without the pressure-cooker intensity of some nearby coastal schools. English scores are a real strength here, and the school has the kind of grounded community feel that comes from a stable, engaged parent base. Costa Mesa itself offers a nice mix of arts, dining, and easy access to the beach, making it an appealing place to raise kids who get both a good education and a genuinely fun Southern California childhood.

Student Demographics

156 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
131 (84%)
White
13 (8%)
Multiple Races
4 (3%)
Filipino
4 (3%)
Other
6 (4%)

Key Indicators

English Learners79 (51%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged132 (85%)
Students with Disabilities39 (25%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

321
Enrollment
23.6
Teachers (FTE)
13.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
21.7
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #749 · 88th percentile

261 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found