Serving 220 students in grades 7-12, Ashland Middle-high School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ashland Middle-high School's student population of 220 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students to be successful today and prepared for tomorrow by rising to an inclusive, innovative, and student centered environment of excellence
School Rankings
Ashland Middle-high School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashland Middle-high School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#722 out of 795 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
79%
47%
White
10%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashland Middle-high School's ranking?
Ashland Middle-high School is ranked #722 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Ashland Middle-high School often compared to?
Ashland Middle-high Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hickory Flat Attendance Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ashland Middle-high School?
The graduation rate of Ashland Middle-high School is 90%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ashland Middle-high School?
220 students attend Ashland Middle-high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Ashland Middle-high School students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashland Middle-high School?
Ashland Middle-high School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashland Middle-high School offer ?
Ashland Middle-high School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ashland Middle-high School part of?
Ashland Middle-high School is part of Benton County School District.
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