Serving 257 students in grades 5-8, Amherst Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Amherst Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Amherst school district, covering an area of approximately 99.8 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 8.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amherst Middle School's student population of 257 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Amherst Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Middle School is 0.17, 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
#547 out of 1962 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Fly Like A Falcon!
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Middle School's ranking?
Amherst Middle School is ranked #547 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Amherst Middle School?
257 students attend Amherst Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Amherst Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amherst Middle School?
Amherst Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Amherst Middle School offer ?
Amherst Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amherst Middle School part of?
Amherst Middle School is part of Tomorrow River School District.
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