Amherst Elementary School vs Whittier Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Ohio, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Elementary School
Massillon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
462 students
Whittier Elementary School
Massillon · Public elementary · Grades K–3
366 students
| Measure | Amherst Elementary School Massillon, Ohio | Whittier Elementary School Massillon, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #615 of 1,713 | #600 of 1,713 |
| National rank | #8888 of 50,301 | #8688 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 462 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.6% | – |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 80% | 77% |
| city | Massillon | Massillon |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (73.5 vs 73.9).
- •Amherst Elementary School does better on math proficiency (80% vs 77%).
- •Amherst Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 72%).
- •Amherst Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 19.3).
- •Amherst Elementary School is the larger school with 462 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 Elementary School better than Whittier Elementary School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Amherst Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Massillon and Massillon in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Elementary School: 462. Whittier Elementary School: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School rank in Ohio?
Amherst Elementary School is 615th of 1,713 and Whittier Elementary School is 600th of 1,713 among elementary schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).