Ashford Elementary School ranked #244 statewide in 2023, improving from #706 in 2010 and remaining among the top 20% of Alabama public schools overall and for math proficiency.
Math proficiency was 52% in 2023, higher than the Alabama state average of 30%, and reading proficiency was 55%, also higher than the state average of 47%.
Enrollment declined from 784 students in 2016 to 665 in 2023, while minority enrollment was steady at approximately 35%.
Free lunch eligibility increased from 46% in 2022 to 64% in 2023.
The school served grades Pre–K through 5 with an enrollment of 665 students and a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023, placing it among the lowest ratios statewide.
Science proficiency ranged between 45% and 49% in 2022, higher than the state average of 38%, showing improvement from 25%–29% in 2021.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 668 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashford Elementary School serves the eastern part of Ashford, AL, covering an area of approximately 138 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ashford Elementary School's student population of 668 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
668 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
Sharing the Vision, Shaping the Future
School Rankings
Ashford Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 1275 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
23%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
63%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashford Elementary School's ranking?
Ashford Elementary School is ranked #244 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ashford Elementary School often compared to?
Ashford Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webb Elementary School, Cottonwood High School, Headland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Ashford Elementary School?
668 students attend Ashford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Ashford Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashford Elementary School?
Ashford Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashford Elementary School offer ?
Ashford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashford Elementary School part of?
Ashford Elementary School is part of Houston County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is my childrens first year at ashford elem.. and ashford high.. i have 4 children, and they are so happy with there school..and thats hard to find these days, we are very blest to have moved into these school district...i reccomend this school (elementary) to anyone with small children... i havent met one person there that doesnt love there joglll
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