Serving 318 students in grades 7-12, Ash Grove High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ash Grove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Ash Grove High School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ash Grove High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ash Grove High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#736 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
93%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ash Grove High School's ranking?
Ash Grove High School is ranked #736 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Ash Grove High School often compared to?
Ash Grove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fair Grove High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ash Grove High School?
The graduation rate of Ash Grove High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ash Grove High School?
318 students attend Ash Grove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ash Grove High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ash Grove High School?
Ash Grove High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ash Grove High School offer ?
Ash Grove High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Ash Grove High School part of?
Ash Grove High School is part of ASH Grove R-IV School District.
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