Serving 639 students in grades 5-8, Amherst Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NH
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amherst Middle School's student population of 639 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
639 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amherst Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 457 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.31. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 457 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
2%
2%
White
91%
83%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
19%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Middle School's ranking?
Amherst Middle School is ranked #165 out of 457 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Amherst Middle School often compared to?
Amherst Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Merrimack Middle School, Ross A. Lurgio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% NH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
How many students attend Amherst Middle School?
639 students attend Amherst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Amherst Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amherst Middle School?
Amherst Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amherst Middle School offer ?
Amherst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Amherst Middle School part of?
Amherst Middle School is part of Amherst School District.
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