South Adams High School

South Adams Schools
1000 Parkway St
Berne, IN 46711
347 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
South Adams High School, located in Berne, Indiana, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the South Adams School Corporation. The school is deeply rooted in the local community, emphasizing a balance between academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. As a mid-sized rural high school, it fosters a close-knit environment where students are encouraged to participate in a wide array of programs, ranging from college-preparatory coursework and vocational training to competitive athletic programs and various student organizations.

The school is well-regarded for its commitment to student development and its connection to the unique cultural heritage of the Berne area. By providing a comprehensive curriculum alongside various support systems, South Adams High School aims to prepare its students for both higher education and the workforce. The facility on Parkway Street serves as a hub for community activity, maintaining a strong focus on school spirit, civic responsibility, and the long-term success of its student body.
347
Total Students
29.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
38.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    283 (81.6%)
  • Hispanic
    53 (15.3%)
  • Two or More
    5 (1.4%)
  • Black
    3 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.9%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: South Adams Schools
Phone: (260)589-3131
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 347
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 118
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 17

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 97
Grade 10 89
Grade 11 75
Grade 12 78
Ungraded 8
Gender Ratio
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Adams Central High School
Adams Central Community Schools
412 Students
222 W Washington St
Monroe, IN 46772 (6.9 miles away)
High School 9th - 12th