Ashland Middle School

87 West Union Street
Ashland, MA 01721
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 685 students in grades 6-8, Ashland Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30% in MA
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Ashland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Ashland Middle School's student population of 685 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Ashland Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#337 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
64%
42%
58%
44%
57%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
16%
8%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
55%
51%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashland Middle School's ranking?
Ashland Middle School is ranked #337 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ashland Middle School often compared to?
Ashland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ashland Middle School?
685 students attend Ashland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Ashland Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Middle School?
Ashland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashland Middle School offer ?
Ashland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashland Middle School part of?
Ashland Middle School is part of Ashland School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 685 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 64% (Top 20%)
  • : 58% (Top 30%)
  • : 57% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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