A Top 14%

Ashland High School

Grades 09-12 ASHLAND, MA

Moved up 35 places from 2024 to 2025

#50 State Rank
A District Grade
65 East Union Street, ASHLAND, MA 01721
High Grad Rate 95.7% Active Athletics 31 sports Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
888 Students
94.5% Attendance Rate
67.4 Composite Score
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MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

73% Meeting or exceeding expectations

19% exceeding expectations

2023 77% 77%
2024 75% 75%
2025 73% 73%

Mathematics

73% Meeting or exceeding expectations

32% exceeding expectations

2023 76% 76%
2024 72% 72%
2025 73% 73%

Science

66% Meeting or exceeding expectations

18% exceeding expectations

2023 72% 72%
2024 70% 70%
2025 66% 66%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts10 73%19%
2025Mathematics10 73%32%
2025Science10 66%18%
2024English Language Arts10 75%30%
2024Mathematics10 72%27%
2024Science10 70%15%
2023English Language Arts10 77%31%
2023Mathematics10 76%22%
2023Science10 72%18%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

888 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 58.8%
Hispanic 20.6%
Asian 13.6%
Multiracial 3.3%
Black 3%

Gender

49.2% Male
50.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.4%
Special Education 14.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 21.5%

Athletics Programs

31 sports programs with 1,760 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Football 88 athletes
  • Volleyball 75 athletes
  • Softball 73 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 59 athletes
  • Basketball 42 athletes
  • Baseball 37 athletes
  • Wrestling 31 athletes
  • Cross Country 24 athletes
  • Lacrosse 21 athletes
  • Golf 19 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 16 athletes
  • Tennis 9 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 6 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 6 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 506 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 374 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 51 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 47 athletes
  • Soccer 44 athletes
  • Volleyball 42 athletes
  • Softball 30 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 30 athletes
  • Cross Country 28 athletes
  • Basketball 25 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 22 athletes
  • Baseball 20 athletes
  • Tennis 18 athletes
  • Gymnastics 5 athletes
  • Golf 5 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 4 athletes
  • Football 3 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

2.2% Dropout Rate

Attendance

94.5% Attendance Rate
14% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

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Location

65 East Union Street, ASHLAND, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashland High School's grade rating?

Ashland High School has earned a grade of A, ranked #50 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 14% of Massachusetts High schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Ashland High School?

Approximately 888 students are enrolled at Ashland High School.

How does Ashland High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Ashland High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (73% proficient), Mathematics (73% proficient), Science (66% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Ashland High School offer?

Ashland High School offers 31 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 17 girls' sports) with approximately 1,760 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Ashland High School?

Ashland High School has a excellent 95.7% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Ashland High School?

Ashland High School has an attendance rate of 94.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Ashland High School part of?

Ashland High School is part of Ashland School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.