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Ashland High School

High School · Ashland City

1440 King Rd, Ashland, OH 44805

Enrollment

892

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,974 of 3,441

In Ashland

#10 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Ashland City

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Ashland High School

6.0/10

High School in Ashland · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Ashland Middle School

7.8/10

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7.8/10

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About Ashland High School

Ashland High School is a public high school in Ashland, OH, part of Ashland City. Ashland High School serves approximately 892 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,974 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Ashland High School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with OH schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • OH avg 5.9

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.5Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.24 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation8.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,055
Chronic Absenteeism22.3%

Ashland High School — Students at Ashland High School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
83%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
72%

* 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: 4.5/10.

How Ashland High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in OH
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.5/10
Below Average
Environment
5.4/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
30%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
8.9% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·38 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1440 King Rd, Ashland, OH 44805

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Crestview High School (rated 7.2/10, 7.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillsdale 7-12 (rated 6.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Jeromesville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mapleton High School (rated 6.6/10, 8.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Ashland Middle School Ashland 0.1 mi 7.8
Taft Intermediate School Ashland 0.3 mi 7.8
ASHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland 1.2 mi 7.6
ST EDWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashland 1.3 mi 7.3
Ashland County Community Academy Ashland 1.5 mi 4.1
Edison Elementary School Ashland 1.8 mi 7.7
Reagan Elementary School Ashland 1.5 mi 7.8
Ashland-W Holmes Career Center Ashland 4.7 mi
ONESCHOOL GLOBAL Ashland 5.6 mi 7.0
Mapleton Middle School Ashland 8.2 mi 5.0
Mapleton Virtual Academy Ashland 8.2 mi
Mapleton High School Ashland 8.2 mi 6.6
Mapleton Elementary School Ashland 8.2 mi 7.7
Hillsdale PK-6 Jeromesville 7.5 mi 6.6
Hillsdale 7-12 Jeromesville 7.5 mi 6.9
Mifflin Elementary School Mansfield 8.1 mi 9.1
Crestview Elementary School Ashland 7.4 mi 6.7
Crestview Middle School Ashland 7.4 mi 7.5
Crestview High School Ashland 7.5 mi 7.2
ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Mansfield 8.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44805 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,058

Median Home Value

$165,000

Median Rent

$835/mo

Population

31,024

College Educated

24.6%

Homeownership

72.5%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

15%

Median Age

38.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashland High School

What grades does Ashland High School serve?

Ashland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ashland High School?

Ashland High School has an enrollment of approximately 892 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ashland High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashland High School rank in OH?

Ashland High School ranks #1,974 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Ashland High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashland High School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Ashland High School a charter school?

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

Is Ashland High School a Title I school?

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

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

29.9% of students at Ashland High 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
892
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Ashland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.3%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Ashland City
District Enrollment
3,070
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,055
District Rank
#5 of 5

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