Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ashland Elem. And Br. ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashland Elem. And Br.'s student population of 199 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashland Elem. And Br. ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Elem. And Br. is 0.06, 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
#2056 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
15%
White
2%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland Elem. And Br.'s ranking?
Ashland Elem. And Br. is ranked #2056 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ashland Elem. And Br. often compared to?
Ashland Elem. And Br.is often viewed alongside schools like Hickey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Ashland Elem. And Br.?
199 students attend Ashland Elem. And Br..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ashland Elem. And Br. students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Elem. And Br.?
Ashland Elem. And Br. has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashland Elem. And Br. offer ?
Ashland Elem. And Br. offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashland Elem. And Br. part of?
Ashland Elem. And Br. is part of St. Louis City School District.
In what neighborhood is Ashland Elem. And Br. located?
Ashland Elem. And Br. is located in the Penrose neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. There are 1 other public schools located in Penrose.
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