Serving 54 students in grades 5-8, Ashley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ashley Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Ashley, MI, encompassing approximately 60.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashley Middle School's student population of 54 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ashley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1551 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
9%
White
83%
63%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley Middle School's ranking?
Ashley Middle School is ranked #1551 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ashley Middle School?
54 students attend Ashley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ashley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashley Middle School?
Ashley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ashley Middle School offer ?
Ashley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashley Middle School part of?
Ashley Middle School is part of Ashley Community Schools.
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