For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,374 students in Ashland, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 284 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in Ashland, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Ashland, OR are Helman Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School and Ashland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ashland, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Ashland have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Ashland, OR (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Helman Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 Helman St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5620
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5620
Gr: K-5 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Bellview Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1070 Tolman Creek Rd
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1310
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1310
Gr: K-5 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Walker Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1611
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1611
Gr: 6-8 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Trails Outdoor School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
158 Walker Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8577
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8577
Gr: K-8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Walker Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
364 Walker Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1516
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1516
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #66.
Pinehurst Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15337 Hwy 66
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1910
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1910
Gr: K-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #77.
Ashland High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 S Mountain Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8771
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8771
Gr: 9-12 | 884 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Ashland, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
265 N Main St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-3616
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-3616
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
320 Beach St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-2416
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-2416
Gr: PK-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Southern Oregon Cstc Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1836 Fremont St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5792
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5792
Gr: 2-6 | 14 students Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Ashland, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Ashland, OR include Helman Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School and Ashland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ashland?
7 public schools are located in Ashland.
What percentage of students in Ashland go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in Ashland are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ashland?
Ashland public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Ashland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Ashland include: Walker Elementary School vs. Helman Elementary School, Trails Outdoor School vs. Helman Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School vs. Helman Elementary School
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