Below Average
#1056 of 1,284 schools in KY
Ashland Head Start
School · Ashland Independent
1820 Hickman St, Ashland, KY 41101
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 13 schools in Ashland. Learn more
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
204
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Kentucky schools
#1,056 of 1,284
In Ashland
#15 of 15
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Ashland Independent
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Ashland Head Start
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About Ashland Head Start
Ashland Head Start is a public school in Ashland, KY, part of Ashland Independent. Ashland Head Start serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashland Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,056 of 1,284 schools in KY.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.5
- KY avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ashland Head Start Compares
See how Ashland Head Start performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1820 Hickman St, Ashland, KY 41101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ashland Head Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ROSE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Crabbe Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Ashland | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus B Ashland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Hager Elementary School Ashland | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Crabbe Elementary School Ashland | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Raceland-Worthington Schools Campus A Ashland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Fairview High School Ashland | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Ashland Middle School Ashland | 1.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Poage Elementary School Ashland | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Paul G. Blazer High School Ashland | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Oakview Elementary School Ashland | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Fairview Elementary School Ashland | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Dawson-Bryant High School Coal Grove | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Dawson-Bryant Middle School Coal Grove | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ROSE HILL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Ashland Alternative School Ashland | 2.5 mi | — |
| Charles Russell Elementary School Ashland | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ironton High School Ironton | 3.3 mi | 4.5 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Ironton | 3.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Russell Middle School Russell | 3.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Summit Elementary School Ashland | 3.7 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 41101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,491
Median Home Value
$120,100
Median Rent
$907/mo
Population
19,331
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
40.3
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ashland Head Start
What grades does Ashland Head Start serve?
Ashland Head Start serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Ashland Head Start?
Ashland Head Start has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashland Head Start?
The student-teacher ratio at Ashland Head Start is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ashland Head Start rank in KY?
Ashland Head Start ranks #1,056 of 1,284 schools in KY.
What is Ashland Head Start's MySchoolScout rating?
Ashland Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ashland Head Start a charter school?
No, Ashland Head Start is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ashland Head Start a Title I school?
No, Ashland Head Start is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashland Head Start?
72.5% of students at Ashland Head Start qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 204
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Boyd County
- Phone
- (606) 327-2715
Resources & Links
District
Ashland Independent- District Enrollment
- 3,203
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,691
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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