Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Amherst Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amherst Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amherst Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Elementary School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#862 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
5%
17%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Elementary School's ranking?
Amherst Elementary School is ranked #862 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Amherst Elementary School often compared to?
Amherst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairless Elementary School, Strausser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Amherst Elementary School?
480 students attend Amherst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Amherst Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amherst Elementary School?
Amherst Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amherst Elementary School offer ?
Amherst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Amherst Elementary School part of?
Amherst Elementary School is part of Jackson Local School District.
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