Best Public Schools in Ashland, AL


Summary:

The city of Ashland, Alabama has just one school, Ashland Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten through 6th grade. Located in Clay County, Ashland Elementary has a diverse student population that is representative of the state's demographics, with a majority of white students and significant populations of African American, Hispanic, and multiracial students.

Academically, Ashland Elementary stands out for its strong performance in the early grades, with 3rd-grade students exceeding state averages in English and math proficiency. However, the school struggles to maintain this level of achievement as students progress, with proficiency rates declining in the upper elementary grades. The school's overall statewide ranking has fluctuated between 2 and 3 stars in recent years, indicating ongoing challenges in sustaining consistent academic success.

Ashland Elementary faces significant economic challenges, with over 77% of its students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. This high poverty rate likely contributes to the school's resource constraints and the support available to its students. Despite these obstacles, Ashland Elementary's per-student spending and student-teacher ratio are on par with state averages, suggesting the school is working to maximize its available resources to support student learning.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Alabama State Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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