Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Ashley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ashley High School's student population of 55 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ashley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashley High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2222 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashley High School's ranking?
Ashley High School is ranked #2222 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of Ashley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ashley High School?
55 students attend Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Ashley High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashley High School?
Ashley High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashley High School offer ?
Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashley High School part of?
Ashley High School is part of Ashley Community Schools School District.
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