Schools in Amherst, Virginia (2025)
5 schools · 2,279 students · 5 public · median Enrollment 307.
Ranked schools in Amherst
Ordered by Success Index (US). Rank positions shown on each profile are within United States and Virginia.
- 174Temperance ElementaryAmherst · Public Elementary95% Math proficiency · 93 students
- 273Amherst ElementaryAmherst · Public Elementary87% Math proficiency · 307 students
- 373Amherst MiddleAmherst · Public Middle81% Math proficiency · 371 students
- 472Central ElementaryAmherst · Public Elementary77% Math proficiency · 268 students
- 568Amherst County HighAmherst · Public High85% Math proficiency · 1,240 students
| # | School | Sector | Success Index (US) | Key result | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Temperance Elementary Amherst · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 73.7 Top 25% | 95% Math proficiency | 93 |
| 2 | Amherst Elementary Amherst · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 72.9 Top 25% | 87% Math proficiency | 307 |
| 3 | Amherst Middle Amherst · Middle · Grades 6–8 | Public | 72.8 Top 25% | 81% Math proficiency | 371 |
| 4 | Central Elementary Amherst · Elementary · Grades PK–5 | Public | 72.3 Top 25% | 77% Math proficiency | 268 |
| 5 | Amherst County High Amherst · High · Grades 9–12 | Public | 68.3 Top 25% | 85% Math proficiency | 1,240 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the best school in Amherst?
Temperance Elementary is the highest-ranked school in Amherst with a Success Index (US) of 73.7 out of 100 (Top 25% of elementary schools in United States).
How many schools are in Amherst?
Amherst has 5 schools (3 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high) educating 2,279 students in 2025.
What is the typical Enrollment in Amherst?
The median Enrollment across schools in Amherst is 307. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.