Serving 272 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles S Ashley ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles S Ashley's student population of 272 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
272 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Charles S Ashley ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles S Ashley is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1241 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
34%
26%
Black
10%
10%
White
47%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles S Ashley's ranking?
Charles S Ashley is ranked #1241 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charles S Ashley often compared to?
Charles S Ashleyis often viewed alongside schools like Park Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Charles S Ashley?
272 students attend Charles S Ashley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Charles S Ashley students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles S Ashley?
Charles S Ashley has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles S Ashley offer ?
Charles S Ashley offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles S Ashley part of?
Charles S Ashley is part of New Bedford School District.
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