Claim: Adams Academy, which was modeled after its football rivals, Phillips Academy and Phillips Exeter Academy, opened its doors in 1872, where it had a strong emphasis placed on the classics, and Adams students were prepared to attend Harvard but closed just after 20 years.
Evidence: Adams Academy opened its doors in 1872, and operated until 1908; its peak enrollment was 140 students in 1876–77. Due to lack on enrollment, Adams Academy was closed in 1908.