Amherst Regional Middle School vs John F Kennedy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Massachusetts, United States, 26 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
John F Kennedy Middle
Springfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
366 students
| Measure | Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst, Massachusetts | John F Kennedy Middle Springfield, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 25% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #126 of 300 | #291 of 300 |
| National rank | #3815 of 15,369 | #13755 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 366 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 9.4 | 9.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 7% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 8% |
| city | Amherst | Springfield |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amherst Regional Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.8 vs 20.1).
- •Amherst Regional Middle School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 8%).
- •Amherst Regional Middle School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 7%).
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 John F Kennedy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Amherst Regional Middle School ranks higher (67.8 vs 20.1 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 John F Kennedy Middle?
About 26 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Springfield in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Regional Middle School: 366. John F Kennedy Middle: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Regional Middle School and John F Kennedy Middle rank in Massachusetts?
Amherst Regional Middle School is 126th of 300 and John F Kennedy Middle is 291st of 300 among middle schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).