For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 197 students in Ashland, IL.
The top ranked public schools in Ashland, IL are A-c Central High School and A-c Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ashland, IL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Illinois public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 30% statewide average). Schools in Ashland have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ashland, IL (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
A-c Central High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 W Buchanan St
Ashland, IL 62612
(217) 476-3312
Ashland, IL 62612
(217) 476-3312
Gr: 9-12 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
A-c Central Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
601 W Buchanan St
Ashland, IL 62612
(217) 476-3312
Ashland, IL 62612
(217) 476-3312
Gr: 5-8 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ashland, IL?
The top ranked public schools in Ashland, IL include A-c Central High School and A-c Central Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ashland?
2 public schools are located in Ashland.
What is the racial composition of students in Ashland?
Ashland public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Illinois public schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ashland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ashland include: A-c Central Middle School vs. A-c Central High School, A-c Central High School vs. A-c Central Middle School
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