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📍 Ashland, OH · Ashland County

School District for
Zip Code 44805 — Ashland, OH

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ZIP 44805 is served by Ashland City School District, rated 7/10 — 69th percentile in Ohio.Ratings are percentile ranks within a single state, so they are not comparable across states.
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Ashland City School District · Grades Pre-K – 12th

7
out of 10 Rating Good
State reading & math tests (Ohio State Tests 2024–25) · 69th percentile in OH
● Steady — within 0.9 points of 2021–22
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Can I rent in Ashland and still attend schools in this district?
Yes. School district assignment is based on your home address, not whether you own or rent. As long as your rental address falls within the Ashland City School District boundaries, your children are eligible to attend district schools.
How does the Ashland City School District rating compare to other districts in OH?
The Ashland City School District has an overall rating of 7/10 (Good) based on students’ reading and math proficiency on state assessments. Use our best districts in OH page to compare with other districts statewide.
School District · Ashland, OH
Ashland City School District
📍 Ashland County, OH · Zip Code 44805
7/10
Rating
3,125
Students
5
Schools
Pre-K – 12th
Grade Span
Good About this district: Public school district serving Ashland, OH
District Contact & InformationSource: NCES 2024–2025
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Grades Served
Pre-K – 12th
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District Phone
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District Website
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District Office
PO Box 160, Ashland, OH 44805
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District Type
Public School District
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Charter Status
Not applicable
Assigned Schools for Zip 44805
Based on NCES district data · Always verify directly with the district
Schools in Ashland City School District5 schools · NCES 2024
🏫 Elementary Schools (3)
  • Reagan Elementary School — Grades PK–3 · 532 students
  • Taft Intermediate School — Grades 4–5 · 460 students
  • Edison Elementary School — Grades K–3 · 411 students
📚 Middle Schools (1)
  • Ashland Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 694 students
🎓 High Schools (1)
  • Ashland High School — Grades 9–12 · 910 students
Source: NCES Common Core of Data 2024 via Urban Institute. School assignment within a zip code depends on your exact address — confirm with the district.
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Elementary Schools
Pre-K – 5th Grade
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Middle School
Grades 6 – 8
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High School
Grades 9 – 12
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Ohio School District Income Tax

No district income tax
Ashland City School District is not among the 214 Ohio school districts that levy a school district income tax for 2026, so residents do not owe school district income tax to this district. You may still need your district’s number when filing an Ohio return.
Source: Ohio Department of Taxation, school district income tax rates effective January 1, 2026 (published December 30, 2025). The school district income tax is owed on where you live, not where you work or attend school. Confirm your district with Ohio’s official The Finder before filing.
District Statisticsvs. National Average
MetricAshland City School DistrictNational AverageComparison
Student Enrollment3,1253,700↓ Smaller than avg
Number of Schools56Varies by district
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000/yr (est.)$13,700/yrState avg est.
District TypePublic School DistrictPublic District
Overall Rating7/10 — GoodAbove average
🌏 District Map Boundary from U.S. Census TIGER
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Always verify before deciding: Contact Ashland City School District directly to confirm your exact school assignment. Boundaries change annually and open enrollment may alter your options. Nearby zip codes are served by Hillsdale Local School District and Mapleton Local School District — if your address is near a district line, your assignment may differ from this zip-level estimate.
How Ashland City School District Compares NearbyState percentile · Ohio State Tests 2024–25
DistrictRatingPercentileStudents
Ashland City School District (this district)7/1069th3,125
Arcadia Local School District9/1083rd594
Seneca East Local School District10/1092nd848
Vanlue Local School District6/1059th143
🔢 Show the math behind this rating
Reading proficiency: 71.4% · Math proficiency: 74.5% · Combined average: 73%
Ranked against 604 rated districts in OH → 69th percentile7/10.
Source: Ohio Dept. of Education & Workforce, Ohio State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math, Proficient or above, 2024–25 school year (enrollment-weighted across grades). Full methodology →
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does Ashland City School District serve?
Ashland City School District serves students from Pre-K – 12th. The district operates schools at multiple levels to serve all students in zip code 44805. Contact the district directly to confirm grade configurations at specific schools.
How do I contact Ashland City School District?
You can reach Ashland City School District via phone: (419)289-1117 or website: ashlandcityschools.org. The district office can help with school assignment questions, enrollment, registration, and general inquiries about programs and services in zip code 44805.
Is Ashland City School District a public school district?
Ashland City School District is classified as a public school district. Public school districts are funded by local, state, and federal tax dollars and are open to all students residing within district boundaries. Enrollment is generally free of charge, and students are assigned to schools based on home address. To confirm eligibility and enrollment requirements for zip code 44805, contact Ashland City School District directly.

About Ashland City School District

Zip code 44805 in Ashland, Ohio is served by Ashland City School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Ashland City School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.

Understanding the 7/10 Rating

Ashland City School District has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 7/10, placing it in the above average tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in Ohio’s State Tests grades 3–8 ELA & Math assessments (2024–25 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Ohio is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.

Ashland City School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in Ohio. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.

Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 44805

Children in zip code 44805 are assigned to Ashland City School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 44805, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.

To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Ashland City School District at (419)289-1117 or visit ashlandcityschools.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Ohio districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.

School Districts and Home Values in Ashland

School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Ashland City School District serves zip code 44805, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 44805 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.

Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Ohio, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Ashland City School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 44805.

Data Sources and Accuracy

All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Ashland City School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 44805 data.

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District at a Glance
Overall Rating7/10
GradeGood
Grades ServedPre-K – 12th
District TypePublic School District
Total Students
Total Schools5
Per-Pupil Spending$14,000/yr (est.)
Phone(419)289-1117
Data SourceNCES 2024