Serving 738 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ashland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashland Elementary serves the southeast part of Manassas, VA, covering an area of approximately 11.8 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the attendance zone extends up to 3.7 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ashland Elementary School's student population of 738 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We SOAR Higher!
School Rankings
Ashland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#83 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)88%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-74%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, Blue, & Gold
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland Elementary School's ranking?
Ashland Elementary School is ranked #83 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Ashland Elementary School often compared to?
Ashland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. Henderson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Ashland Elementary School?
738 students attend Ashland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Ashland Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Elementary School?
Ashland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ashland Elementary School offer ?
Ashland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashland Elementary School part of?
Ashland Elementary School is part of Prince William County School District.
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