For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,490 students in Ashland, OR.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Oregon public elementary school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ashland have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Oregon public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary school average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ashland, OR (2026)
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%
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 elementary schools in Ashland, OR?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Ashland, OR include Helman Elementary School, Bellview Elementary School and Ashland Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ashland?
6 public elementary schools are located in Ashland.
What is the racial composition of students in Ashland?
Ashland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Ashland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary 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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