Serving 43 students in grades 6-8, Ashland Junior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashland Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ashland Junior High School's student population of 43 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
43 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ashland Junior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Junior High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#982 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
29%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
31%

Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
2%
3%

Hispanic
19%
22%

Black
n/a
7%

White
77%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland Junior High School's ranking?
Ashland Junior High School is ranked #982 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Ashland Junior High School?
43 students attend Ashland Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Ashland Junior High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashland Junior High School?
Ashland Junior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashland Junior High School offer ?
Ashland Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ashland Junior High School part of?
Ashland Junior High School is part of Ashland School District.
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