Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Amherst Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Amherst Elementary School serves the southwest part of Massillon, OH, covering an attendance area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amherst Elementary School's student population of 462 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Amherst Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 3181 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.8%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Elementary School's ranking?
Amherst Elementary School is ranked #917 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Amherst Elementary School often compared to?
Amherst Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairless Elementary School, Strausser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Amherst Elementary School?
462 students attend Amherst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Amherst Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amherst Elementary School?
Amherst Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Amherst Elementary School offer ?
Amherst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amherst Elementary School part of?
Amherst Elementary School is part of Jackson Local School District.
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