Serving 858 students in grades 9-12, Amherst Regional High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Amherst Regional High School's student population of 858 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amherst Regional High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Regional High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
20%
24%
Black
8%
10%
White
54%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Regional High School's ranking?
Amherst Regional High School is ranked #228 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Amherst Regional High School often compared to?
Amherst Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northampton High School, Belchertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Amherst Regional High School?
858 students attend Amherst Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Amherst Regional High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amherst Regional High School?
Amherst Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amherst Regional High School offer ?
Amherst Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amherst Regional High School part of?
Amherst Regional High School is part of Amherst-Pelham School District.
In what neighborhood is Amherst Regional High School located?
Amherst Regional High School is located in the Amherst Center neighborhood of Amherst, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Amherst Center.
School Reviews
5 11/23/2009
I went to ARHS for a year as an international student and I had a great year. I had a lot of friends and I got a lot help from teachers. Everybody was so kind and I'm so happy for going there.
2 10/24/2009
This school is nothing special... its really terrible... I was there for 3 weeks and then I left...and I was a school choice student
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