A-C Central CUSD 262

Located at 501 W Buchanan St in Ashland, Illinois, A-C Central CUSD 262 is an active, traditional public school district providing a complete educational trajectory for local families. Designated within a rural distant geographic setting, this non-charter district operates three facilities dedicated to fostering academic growth across a comprehensive Pre-Kindergarten through 12th-grade spectrum. Serving as a vital pillar of its surrounding community, the district maintains open communication and accessible educational resources for residents, operating with a commitment to delivering continuous, quality instruction from early childhood entry through high school graduation.

The district serves a cozy student body of 314 learners, allowing for balanced class sizes and individual attention across all grade levels. The student population—comprising 161 female and 153 male students—reflects a community profile that includes 294 White, 10 multiracial, 8 Hispanic, and 2 Black students. To deliver personalized instruction and ensure smooth day-to-day operations, A-C Central leverages a robust professional workforce totaling 177 full-time equivalent staff members. This team includes nearly 61 full-time equivalent teachers, 7 instructional aides, and over 109 operational and educational support staff, demonstrating a strong organizational commitment to nurturing a well-supported, student-centered learning environment.