Amherst Junior High School vs Bunsold Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Ohio, United States, 165 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Junior High School
Amherst · Public middle · Grades 6–8
859 students
Bunsold Middle School
Marysville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
862 students
| Measure | Amherst Junior High School Amherst, Ohio | Bunsold Middle School Marysville, Ohio |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 79 Top 25% |
| State rank | #185 of 646 | #172 of 646 |
| National rank | #1797 of 15,369 | #1713 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 859 | 862 |
| Enrollment | 859 | 862 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.9% | 24.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 85% | 78% |
| city | Amherst | Marysville |
| state | Ohio | Ohio |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.1 vs 78.5).
- •Amherst Junior High School does better on math proficiency (85% vs 78%).
- •Amherst Junior High School does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 76%).
- •Bunsold Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.6% vs 34.9%).
- •Amherst Junior High School does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 21.6).
- •Bunsold Middle School is the larger school with 862 students compared with 859.
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 Junior High School better than Bunsold Middle 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 Junior High School and Bunsold Middle School?
About 165 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Marysville in Ohio.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Junior High School: 859. Bunsold Middle School: 862. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Junior High School and Bunsold Middle School rank in Ohio?
Amherst Junior High School is 185th of 646 and Bunsold Middle School is 172nd of 646 among middle schools in Ohio on the 2025 Success Index (US).