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Ashland Middle

Middle School · Ashland

87 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721

Enrollment

679

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#716 of 1,793

In Ashland

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Ashland

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ashland Middle

6.7/10

Middle School in Ashland · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Metrowest Christian Academy

4.5/10

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4.9/10

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About Ashland Middle

Ashland Middle is a public middle school in Ashland, MA, part of Ashland. Ashland Middle serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Ashland Middle show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+17.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,214
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Ashland Middle — Students at Ashland Middle score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72.2%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
76.6%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
49.8%
ELA
54.8%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
58%
2023
Math
64%
ELA
58.8%
2024
Math
61%
ELA
57.8%
2025
Math
60%
ELA
61.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Ashland Middle Compares

See how Ashland Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
60th percentile in MA
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

87 West Union Street, Ashland, MA 01721

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashland Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hopkinton High (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopkinton Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Hopkinton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holliston High (rated 8.1/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Holliston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
METROWEST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ashland 0.7 mi 4.5
William Pittaway Elementary Ashland 0.9 mi 4.9
David Mindess Ashland 1.1 mi 7.2
NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland 1.2 mi
PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland 1.7 mi
Ashland High Ashland 1.7 mi 6.7
Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland 1.6 mi 5.0
Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham 2.6 mi 7.3
Barbieri Elementary Framingham 2.9 mi 4.5
THE NEW ENGLAND CENTER FOR CHILDREN Southborough 3.3 mi 7.7
Marathon Elementary School Hopkinton 3.2 mi 5.0
Hopkinton Middle School Hopkinton 3.2 mi 8.1
Hopkinton Pre-School Hopkinton 3.2 mi 3.5
Holliston High Holliston 3.6 mi 8.1
Hopkinton High Hopkinton 3.3 mi 8.3
Brophy Framingham 3.9 mi 3.7
Hopkins Elementary School Hopkinton 3.5 mi 8.0
SUMMIT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Framingham 3.9 mi 7.0
Mary E Finn School Southborough 3.4 mi 7.5
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Framingham 3.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01721 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,106

Median Home Value

$586,000

Median Rent

$2,334/mo

Population

18,694

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

75.5%

Avg Commute

35.5 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashland Middle

What grades does Ashland Middle serve?

Ashland Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ashland Middle?

Ashland Middle has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashland Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashland Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashland Middle rank in MA?

Ashland Middle ranks #716 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Ashland Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashland Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ashland Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashland Middle has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ashland Middle a charter school?

No, Ashland Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ashland Middle a Title I school?

No, Ashland Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

Ashland
District Enrollment
2,903
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,214
District Rank
#3 of 5

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