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Ashland-w Holmes Career Center
High School · Ashland County-West Holmes Joint Vocational School
1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH 44805
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
418
Student-Teacher
11:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Ashland-w Holmes Career Center
Ashland-w Holmes Career Center is a public high school in Ashland, OH, part of the Ashland County-West Holmes Joint Vocational School. The school serves approximately 418 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $62,058, where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
Located in a rural area, Ashland-w Holmes Career Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 418 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Address
- 1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH 44805
- Phone
- (419) 289-3313
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How Ashland-w Holmes Career Center Compares
See how Ashland-w Holmes Career Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1783 State Route 60, Ashland, OH 44805
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ashland-w Holmes Career Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Loudonville High School (rated 8.1/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Loudonville). Another option is Hillsdale 7-12 (rated 7.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Jeromesville). Additionally, Ashland County Community Academy (rated 6.6/10, 5.6 miles away). For more schools in Ashland, see our Ashland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale PK-6 Jeromesville | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Hillsdale 7-12 Jeromesville | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Reagan Elementary School Ashland | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Ashland High School Ashland | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Ashland Middle School Ashland | 4.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Taft Intermediate School Ashland | 5.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Ashland County Community Academy Ashland | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST EDWARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ashland | 5.6 mi | 7.3 |
| MOHICAN VALLEY Loudonville | 6.5 mi | — |
| ASHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ashland | 5.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Edison Elementary School Ashland | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ONESCHOOL GLOBAL Ashland | 5.6 mi | 7.0 |
| COUNTY CURVE SCHOOL Jeromesville | 5.9 mi | — |
| MOHICAN HILLS Loudonville | 8.0 mi | — |
| INDIAN VALLEY Wooster | 8.2 mi | — |
| Loudonville High School Loudonville | 11.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Mifflin Elementary School Mansfield | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Mapleton Elementary School Ashland | 11.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Mapleton Middle School Ashland | 11.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Mapleton Virtual Academy Ashland | 11.6 mi | — |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Ashland-w Holmes Career Center has a median household income of $62,058. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $165,000, with a median rent of $835/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.0%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckeye Community School - Marion Marion, OH | — |
| Otsego High School Bowling Green, OH | 3.3 |
| Meigs High School Pomeroy, OH | 3.8 |
| River Valley High School Caledonia, OH | 3.8 |
| Arts & College Preparatory Academy Columbus, OH | 3.9 |
| Indian Creek High School Wintersville, OH | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ashland-w Holmes Career Center
What grades does Ashland-w Holmes Career Center serve?
Ashland-w Holmes Career Center serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Ashland-w Holmes Career Center?
Ashland-w Holmes Career Center has an enrollment of approximately 418 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ashland-w Holmes Career Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Ashland-w Holmes Career Center is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Ashland-w Holmes Career Center a charter school?
No, Ashland-w Holmes Career Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ashland-w Holmes Career Center a Title I school?
No, Ashland-w Holmes Career Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ashland-w Holmes Career Center?
37.1% of students at Ashland-w Holmes Career Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (1,596/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ashland). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 418
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 37.1%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Ashland County
- Phone
- (419) 289-3313
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Ashland County-West Holmes Joint Vocational School- District Enrollment
- 418
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,855
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