Serving 270 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ashton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ashton Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Motto
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
School Rankings
Ashton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashton Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashton Elementary School's ranking?
Ashton Elementary School is ranked #345 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ashton Elementary School often compared to?
Ashton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Haven Elementary School, Leon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ashton Elementary School?
270 students attend Ashton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ashton Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashton Elementary School?
Ashton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ashton Elementary School offer ?
Ashton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashton Elementary School part of?
Ashton Elementary School is part of Mason County Schools.
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