For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,293 students in 97520, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 290 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 97520, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 97520, OR are Helman Elementary School, John Muir Outdoor School and Ashland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 97520 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 97520, OR have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best 97520, OR Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 278 students
Rank: #22.
John Muir Outdoor School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 Walker Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8577
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8577
Grades: K-8
| 174 students
Rank: #33.
Ashland Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
100 Walker Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1611
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1611
Grades: 6-8
| 459 students
Rank: #44.
Bellview Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1070 Tolman Creek Rd
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1310
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-1310
Grades: K-5
| 245 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 219 students
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
Grades: K-8
| 12 students
Rank: #77.
Ashland High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 S Mountain Ave
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8771
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-8771
Grades: 9-12
| 906 students
97520, Oregon Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
265 N Main St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-3616
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-3616
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
320 Beach St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-2416
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-2416
Grades: PK-6
| 166 students
Southern Oregon Cstc Elementary School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1836 Fremont St
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5792
Ashland, OR 97520
(541) 482-5792
Grades: 2-6
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 97520, OR?
The top ranked public schools in 97520, OR include Helman Elementary School, John Muir Outdoor School and Ashland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 97520, OR?
7 public schools are located in 97520, OR.
What percentage of students in 97520, OR go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 97520, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 97520, OR?
97520, OR public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
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