Amherst Middle vs Central Sands Community High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Wisconsin, United States, 7.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amherst Middle
Amherst · Public middle · Grades 5–8
257 students
Central Sands Community High School
Amherst · Charter high · Grades 9–12
35 students
| Measure | Amherst Middle Amherst, Wisconsin | Central Sands Community High School Amherst, Wisconsin |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #96 of 359 | – |
| National rank | #4370 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 257 | 35 |
| Enrollment | 257 | 35 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28% | – |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | – |
| Math proficiency | 49% | – |
| city | Amherst | Amherst |
| state | Wisconsin | Wisconsin |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amherst Middle is the larger school with 257 students compared with 35.
- •Amherst Middle 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 Middle 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 Middle 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 Middle: 257. Central Sands Community High School: 35. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amherst Middle and Central Sands Community High School rank in Wisconsin?
Amherst Middle is 96th of 359 and Central Sands Community High School is unranked among middle schools in Wisconsin on the 2025 Success Index (US).