Serving 333 students in grades 7-12, Ash Grove High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ash Grove High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ash Grove school district, covering approximately 119.2 square miles. The zone is generally located in Ash Grove, MO, with a typical drive to the school taking around 10-15 minutes, and the furthest edge being about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ash Grove High School's student population of 333 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Our students are our legacy, their future is our focus.
School Rankings
Ash Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ash Grove High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#653 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ash Grove High School's ranking?
Ash Grove High School is ranked #653 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ash Grove High School often compared to?
Ash Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Grove High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ash Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Ash Grove High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ash Grove High School?
333 students attend Ash Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Ash Grove High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ash Grove High School?
Ash Grove High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ash Grove High School offer ?
Ash Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ash Grove High School part of?
Ash Grove High School is part of ASH Grove R-IV School District.
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