For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 380 students in Amherst, NE.
The top ranked public schools in Amherst, NE are Amherst Elementary School and Amherst High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, NE public schools have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Nebraska public school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Nebraska public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public school average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Amherst, NE (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amherst Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
100 N Sycamore
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Gr: PK-6 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Amherst High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 N Sycamore
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Amherst, NE 68812
(308) 826-3131
Gr: 7-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Amherst, NE?
The top ranked public schools in Amherst, NE include Amherst Elementary School and Amherst High School.
How many public schools are located in Amherst?
2 public schools are located in Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst?
Amherst public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Nebraska public schools average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
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