Amherst Regional Middle School vs Central Tree Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Regional Middle School
Amherst · Public middle · Grades 7–8
366 students
Central Tree Middle
Rutland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
369 students
| Measure | Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst, Massachusetts | Central Tree Middle Rutland, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #126 of 300 | #107 of 300 |
| National rank | #3815 of 15,369 | #2511 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 366 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 63% |
| city | Amherst | Rutland |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Tree Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 67.8).
- •Central Tree Middle does better on math proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Central Tree Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 56%).
- •Amherst Regional Middle School does better on students per teacher (9.4 vs 14.2).
- •Central Tree Middle is the larger school with 369 students compared with 366.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amherst Regional Middle School better than Central Tree Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Tree Middle ranks higher (74.1 vs 67.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Amherst Regional Middle School and Central Tree Middle?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Rutland in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Regional Middle School: 366. Central Tree Middle: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Regional Middle School and Central Tree Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Amherst Regional Middle School is 126th of 300 and Central Tree Middle is 107th of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).