Best Schools in Ashton, West Virginia
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Hannan Junior/senior High School
High · Mason County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ashton Elementary School
Elementary · Mason County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$70,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$70,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ashton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hannan Junior/senior High School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Ashton Elementary School | 3.9 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.3/10
- Median home value
- $70,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 2%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
0% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Ashton, West Virginia
Ashton, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Ashton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ashton is Hannan Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ashton is served by 1 school district: MASON COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,632 students.
Ashton's community shows 2% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 79.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 305 students · Pre-K–6th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 230 students · 7th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Ashton
Ashton, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$70,400
Population
654
College Educated
2%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
79.8%
Community Profile
It is a community where 2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $70,400. The area has a poverty rate of 79.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ashton, West Virginia
How many schools are in Ashton, West Virginia?
Ashton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ashton, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ashton is 4.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ashton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Ashton on MySchoolScout is Hannan Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ashton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ashton on MySchoolScout is Ashton Elementary School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Ashton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Ashton on MySchoolScout is Hannan Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Ashton, West Virginia?
Ashton is served by 1 school district: Mason County Schools.
What is the education level in Ashton, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 2% of adults in Ashton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ashton, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ashton is 11.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ashton, West Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.