Summary:
The 97520 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Ashland School District 5, except for Pinehurst Elementary School which is part of the Pinehurst School District 94. The schools in this area generally perform above the state averages, with Helman Elementary and Bellview Elementary ranking among the top 10% of Oregon elementary schools, and Ashland Middle School ranking in the top 15% of Oregon middle schools.
The high-performing Ashland High School has also had strong past performance, ranking 12th out of 266 Oregon high schools in 2018-2019. While the schools serve a diverse student population, with 25-35% non-white students, the free/reduced lunch rates range from 29% to 41%, indicating a mix of socioeconomic backgrounds. Spending per student and student-teacher ratios vary significantly, with the smaller Pinehurst Elementary spending nearly double per student and having a much lower student-teacher ratio compared to the other schools.
Overall, the schools in the 97520 zip code area appear to be a strong educational system, with multiple standout schools and a diverse student population. While there are some areas for improvement, such as relatively low math proficiency at the middle and high school levels, the data suggests the Ashland School District 5 is providing a high-quality education to the community.
