Serving 858 students in grades 9-12, Amherst Regional High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Amherst Regional High School's student population of 858 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amherst Regional High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Regional High School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 1644 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
9%
10%
White
55%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Regional High School's ranking?
Amherst Regional High School is ranked #32 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Amherst Regional High School often compared to?
Amherst Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northampton High School, Belchertown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Amherst Regional High School?
858 students attend Amherst Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Amherst Regional High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amherst Regional High School?
Amherst Regional High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amherst Regional High School offer ?
Amherst Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amherst Regional High School part of?
Amherst Regional High School is part of Amherst-Pelham School District.
School Reviews
5 11/23/2009
I went to ARHS for a year as an international student and I had a great year. I had a lot of friends and I got a lot help from teachers. Everybody was so kind and I'm so happy for going there.
2 10/24/2009
This school is nothing special... its really terrible... I was there for 3 weeks and then I left...and I was a school choice student
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