Amherst Middle vs Central Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Virginia, United States, 371 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Middle
Amherst · Public middle · Grades 6–8
371 students
Central Elementary
Amherst · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
268 students
| Measure | Amherst Middle Amherst, Virginia | Central Elementary Amherst, Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 72 Top 25% |
| State rank | #185 of 340 | #546 of 1,142 |
| National rank | #2769 of 15,369 | #9702 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 371 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 371 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 13.3 | 10.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 77% |
| city | Amherst | Amherst |
| state | Virginia | Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.8 vs 72.3).
- •Amherst Middle does better on math proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Amherst Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Amherst Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.7% vs 82.8%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.7 vs 13.3).
- •Amherst Middle is the larger school with 371 students compared with 268.
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 Middle better than Central Elementary?
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 Middle and Central Elementary?
About 371 m in a straight line, between Amherst and Amherst in Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst Middle: 371. Central Elementary: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Middle and Central Elementary rank in Virginia?
Amherst Middle is 185th of 340 and Central Elementary is 546th of 1,142 among middle schools in Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).