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Ashland Elementary School

Elementary School · Ashland School District

16 Education Dr., Ashland, NH 03217

Enrollment

147

Student-Teacher

7.3:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Hampshire schools

#244 of 480

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Ashland Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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About Ashland Elementary School

Ashland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ashland, NH, part of Ashland School District. Ashland Elementary School serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #244 of 480 schools in NH.

Structured state assessment records for Ashland Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with NH schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • NH avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 147 students, Ashland Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 7.3:1 students to teachers, Ashland Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

33% of students at Ashland Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio7.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,893
Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

Ashland Elementary School — Students at Ashland Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from NH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
72%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Ashland Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
49th percentile in NH
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

Location

16 Education Dr., Ashland, NH 03217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Holderness Central School (rated 9.1/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Holderness), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thornton Central School (rated 8.4/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Thornton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Plymouth Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Holderness Central School Holderness 3.4 mi 9.1
WHITE MOUNTAIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Holderness 4.7 mi
Plymouth Regional High School Plymouth 5.6 mi 8.0
New Hampton Community School New Hampton 6.5 mi 7.6
Plymouth Elementary School Plymouth 5.8 mi 7.9
Newfound Regional High School Bristol 6.7 mi 6.5
Bridgewater-Hebron Village School Bridgewater 6.3 mi 7.6
CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Plymouth 7.3 mi
Inter-Lakes Elementary School Meredith 7.3 mi 5.0
Bristol Elementary School Bristol 8.9 mi 6.3
Inter-Lakes High School Meredith 7.5 mi 7.8
Inter-Lakes Middle School Meredith 7.5 mi 4.5
Mountain Village Charter School Plymouth 8.2 mi 7.0
Newfound Memorial Middle School Bristol 9.0 mi 6.6
LACONIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laconia 8.9 mi 6.7
Campton Elementary School Campton 10.6 mi 6.8
SANT BANI SCHOOL Sanbornton 12.1 mi 6.0
Jennie D. Blake School Hill 12.5 mi 7.5
SAPLINGS A FOREST AND NATURE PRESCHOOL Sanbornton 12.3 mi
Thornton Central School Thornton 13.8 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 03217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,495

Median Home Value

$188,600

Median Rent

$1,129/mo

Population

2,207

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

59.8%

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

37.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CARDINAL LACROIX ACADEMY Manchester, NH 6.2
Charlestown Primary School Charlestown, NH 6.2
Bristol Elementary School Bristol, NH 6.3
Chichester Central School Chichester, NH 6.3
Rollinsford Grade School Rollinsford, NH 6.3
Sanbornton Central School Sanbornton, NH 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashland Elementary School

What grades does Ashland Elementary School serve?

Ashland Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ashland Elementary School?

Ashland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ashland Elementary School is 7.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashland Elementary School rank in NH?

Ashland Elementary School ranks #244 of 480 schools in NH.

What is Ashland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashland Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ashland Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Ashland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ashland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashland Elementary School?

42.2% of students at Ashland Elementary School 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Grafton County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

District

Ashland School District
District Enrollment
148
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,893
District Rank
#1 of 1

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