Amherst Regional High School is a secondary school in Amherst, Massachusetts, United States, for students in grades 9–12. It is part of the Amherst-Pelham Regional School District, which comprises the towns of Amherst, Pelham, Leverett, and Shutesbury, Massachusetts. Its official colors are maroon and white.
Serving 816 students in grades 9-12, Amherst Regional High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 816 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: AMHERST REGIONAL HIGH's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Amherst, MA, covering approximately 104.4 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking between 10 to 15 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.2 miles away.
- 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
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amherst Regional High School's student population of 816 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
816 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Amherst Regional High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 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 less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#185 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Hurri The Hurricane
Source: 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 #185 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Amherst Regional High School is 91%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Amherst Regional High School?
816 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, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 7% 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 11:1, which is lower than 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amherst Regional High School part of?
Amherst Regional High School is part of Amherst-Pelham School District.
In what neighborhood is Amherst Regional High School located?
Amherst Regional High School is located in the Amherst Center neighborhood of Amherst, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Amherst Center.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
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
5 10/10/2025
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.
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