Amherst High vs Central Sands Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Wisconsin, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst High
Amherst · Public high · Grades 9–12
349 students
Central Sands Community High School
Amherst · Charter high · Grades 9–12
35 students
| Measure | Amherst High Amherst, Wisconsin | Central Sands Community High School Amherst, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #111 of 446 | – |
| National rank | #7436 of 16,910 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 349 | 35 |
| Enrollment | 349 | 35 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.8% | – |
| Students per teacher | 12.5 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Amherst | Amherst |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amherst High is the larger school with 349 students compared with 35.
- •Amherst High is a public school while Central Sands Community High School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 High better than Central Sands Community High 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 High and Central Sands Community High School?
About 7.3 km in a straight line, between Amherst and Amherst in Wisconsin.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amherst High: 349. Central Sands Community High School: 35. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst High and Central Sands Community High School rank in Wisconsin?
Amherst High is 111th of 446 and Central Sands Community High School is unranked among high schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).