For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,432 students in Ashland, MO.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ashland, MO are Southern Boone Middle School and Southern Boone Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ashland, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Ashland have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Ashland, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southern Boone Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
303 N Main
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2146
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2146
Grades: 5-8
| 647 students
Rank: #22.
Southern Boone Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
809 S Henry Clay Blvd
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2145
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2145
Grades: 3-4
| 290 students
Rank: n/an/a
803 S Henry Clay Blvd
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2148
Ashland, MO 65010
(573) 657-2148
Grades: PK-2
| 495 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Ashland, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Ashland, MO include Southern Boone Middle School and Southern Boone Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Ashland?
3 public elementary schools are located in Ashland.
What is the racial composition of students in Ashland?
Ashland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Ashland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Ashland include: Southern Boone Elementary School vs. Southern Boone Middle School, Southern Boone Middle School vs. Southern Boone Elementary School
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