Schools in Amherst, Ohio (2025)
4 schools · 3,533 students · 4 public · median Enrollment 1,014.
Ranked schools in Amherst
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Ohio.
- 179Walter G. Nord Middle SchoolAmherst · Public Elementary86% Math proficiency · 556 students
- 278Amherst Junior High SchoolAmherst · Public Middle85% Math proficiency · 859 students
- 369Marion L Steele High SchoolAmherst · Public High56% Math proficiency · 1,014 students
- 454Powers Elementary SchoolAmherst · Public Elementary33.5% Free/reduced-price lunch · 1,104 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Walter G. Nord Middle School Amherst · Elementary · Grades 4–5 | Public | 78.5 Top 25% | 86% Math proficiency | 556 |
| 2 | Amherst Junior High School Amherst · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 78.1 Top 25% | 85% Math proficiency | 859 |
| 3 | Marion L Steele High School Amherst · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 68.8 Top 25% | 56% Math proficiency | 1,014 |
| 4 | Powers Elementary School Amherst · Elementary · Grades PK–3 | Public | 53.9 Top 50% | 33.5% Free/reduced-price lunch | 1,104 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Amherst?
Walter G. Nord Middle School is the highest-ranked school in Amherst with a Success Index (US) of 78.5 out of 100 (Top 25% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Amherst?
Amherst has 4 schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high) educating 3,533 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Amherst?
The median Enrollment across schools in Amherst is 1,014. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.