Ashland Elementary School ranked #559 in Alabama in 2023, improving from #710 in 2018 and consistently staying in the top 50% of the state's public schools overall.
In 2023, math proficiency was 29%, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 43%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency ranged between 40–44%, higher than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment remained stable with 469 students in grades PK–6 and a student–teacher ratio of 18:1, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch increased to 71% in 2023, indicating a rise in socioeconomic need over recent years.
Minority enrollment accounted for 27% of the student body, with a student population composed predominantly of White (344 students) and Black (78 students) students along with smaller representations of Hispanic, American Indian, and multiracial students.
The school is Title I eligible, serving Prekindergarten through 6th grade without virtual instruction, reflecting its role as a rural Alabama elementary school within Clay County.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Ashland Elementary School's student population of 455 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
455 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#559 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
31%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland Elementary School's ranking?
Ashland Elementary School is ranked #559 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Ashland Elementary School often compared to?
Ashland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lineville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Ashland Elementary School?
455 students attend Ashland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Ashland Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Elementary School?
Ashland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashland Elementary School offer ?
Ashland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashland Elementary School part of?
Ashland Elementary School is part of Clay County School District.
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