Serving 314 students in grades 6-8, Ashford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Ashford Middle School's student population of 314 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ashford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford Middle School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#575 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
29%
32%
White
62%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashford Middle School's ranking?
Ashford Middle School is ranked #575 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Ashford Middle School?
314 students attend Ashford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Ashford Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashford Middle School?
Ashford Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ashford Middle School offer ?
Ashford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Ashford Middle School part of?
Ashford Middle School is part of Houston County School District.
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