Ashland High School is a public high school in Ashland, Oregon, United States, near the Southern Oregon University campus.
Serving 877 students in grades 9-12, Ashland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 877 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashland High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Ashland, OR, encompassing approximately 356.7 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 11.3 miles, with the furthest point being 22.1 miles away, resulting in typical drive times of 20-30 minutes for families within the area.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ashland High School's student population of 877 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
877 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring learning for life!
School Rankings
Ashland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland High School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#327 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson Red & White
School Mascot
Griswold The Grizzly Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland High School's ranking?
Ashland High School is ranked #327 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are Ashland High School often compared to?
Ashland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Phoenix High School, South Medford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashland High School?
The graduation rate of Ashland High School is 90%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend Ashland High School?
877 students attend Ashland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Ashland High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland High School?
Ashland High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashland High School offer ?
Ashland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashland High School part of?
Ashland High School is part of Ashland SD 5 School District.
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