Serving 47 students in grades 7-12, Ashley High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in ND)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 489.9 square miles in Ashley, ND, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.9 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 19.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashley High School's student population of 47 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Go Mustangs!!
School Rankings
Ashley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#151 out of 449 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
98%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
83.2%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.3%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley High School's ranking?
Ashley High School is ranked #151 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Dakota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of Ashley High School is 50%, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 83.2%.
How many students attend Ashley High School?
47 students attend Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ashley High School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashley High School?
Ashley High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
What grades does Ashley High School offer ?
Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashley High School part of?
Ashley High School is part of Ashley 9 School District.
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