Ashley County Schools & Education
Ashley County, Arkansas
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Lower Signal
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
92.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 90.3%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,760
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,160
School Score
38/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 38/100
State Score Position
#38
of 75 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Ashley County
Measured School Summary
Despite a lower school score of 38/100, Ashley County maintains a strong graduation rate of 92.0%, suggesting effective student support systems.
Funding Context
At $5,760 per pupil, Ashley County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 1% above the Arkansas average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 1.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 6% lower than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Ashley County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
8 public schools and 2 districts are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
38/100
Lower measured signal. Ranks #38 of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data.
Completion
92.0%
1.7 pts above the state average
Funding context
$5,760
$400 below the state average
School coverage
8
2 districts represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
The county-level signal is lower, so review individual schools and local records before interpreting the score. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Ashley County has 8 public schools across 2 districts, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Ashley County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Ashley County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#38
of 75 Arkansas counties with school score data. The county score is roughly in line with the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary to high school visible
1,691 students
5 listed schools in this county slice.
CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Elementary to high school visible
1,654 students
3 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT is the largest listed district slice, with 5 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Ashley County?
Do the neighborhoods we like fall inside the same district, or are we comparing different Ashley County district systems?
What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Ashley County, Arkansas
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
The Educational Fabric of Ashley County
Two main districts manage the county's 8 public schools, which serve a combined enrollment of 3,345 students. The system includes 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, providing a robust primary foundation for local youth.
Hamburg and Crossett Districts Lead the Way
The Hamburg School District is the largest, enrolling 1,691 students, followed closely by the Crossett School District with 1,654 students. There are currently no charter schools in operation, as traditional public districts manage 100% of the county's enrollment.
Town-Centered Schools with Individual Focus
With 7 of the 8 schools located in town settings, the average school size is 418 students. Crossett Elementary is the largest school in the county with 733 students, while Noble Elementary provides a smaller start with just 405 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
8
in Ashley County
Reported Enrollment
3,345
8 schools reporting
School Districts
2
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
2 School Districts in Ashley County
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
8 Public Schools in Ashley County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 8 of 8 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CROSSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT | CROSSETT, 71635Town: Remote | PK–4 | Primary | 733 |
| HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL | Record | HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT | HAMBURG, 71646Town: Remote | 9–12 | High | 498 |
| CROSSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT | CROSSETT, 71635Town: Remote | 5–8 | Middle | 466 |
| CROSSETT HIGH SCHOOL | Record | CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT | CROSSETT, 71635Town: Remote | 9–12 | High | 455 |
| NOBLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT | HAMBURG, 71646Town: Remote | PK–2 | Primary | 405 |
| HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL | Record | HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT | HAMBURG, 71646Town: Remote | 6–8 | Middle | 388 |
| ALLBRITTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT | Hamburg, 71646Town: Remote | 3–5 | Primary | 270 |
| PORTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Record | HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT | PORTLAND, 71663Rural: Remote | PK–5 | Primary | 130 |
CROSSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
CROSSETT, 71635 / Town: Remote
CROSSETT MIDDLE SCHOOL
CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
CROSSETT, 71635 / Town: Remote
CROSSETT HIGH SCHOOL
CROSSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
CROSSETT, 71635 / Town: Remote
NOBLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
HAMBURG, 71646 / Town: Remote
HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
HAMBURG, 71646 / Town: Remote
ALLBRITTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
Hamburg, 71646 / Town: Remote
PORTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
HAMBURG SCHOOL DISTRICT
PORTLAND, 71663 / Rural: Remote
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,760
State avg $6,160
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Schools in Ashley County, Arkansas — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Ashley County, Arkansas?
Two main districts manage the county's 8 public schools, which serve a combined enrollment of 3,345 students. The system includes 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, providing a robust primary foundation for local youth.
What are the major school districts in Ashley County, Arkansas?
The Hamburg School District is the largest, enrolling 1,691 students, followed closely by the Crossett School District with 1,654 students. There are currently no charter schools in operation, as traditional public districts manage 100% of the county's enrollment.
What is the school experience like in Ashley County?
With 7 of the 8 schools located in town settings, the average school size is 418 students. Crossett Elementary is the largest school in the county with 733 students, while Noble Elementary provides a smaller start with just 405 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.