For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,319 students in Amherst, NH.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, NH are Clark-wilkins School and Amherst Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, NH public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New Hampshire public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary school average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Amherst, NH (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clark-wilkins School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
80 Boston Post Rd.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-4411
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-4411
Grades: PK-4
| 671 students
Rank: #22.
Amherst Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14 Cross Rd.
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-8944
Amherst, NH 03031
(603) 673-8944
Grades: 5-8
| 648 students
Amherst, New Hampshire Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, NH?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Amherst, NH include Clark-wilkins School and Amherst Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Amherst, NH?
2 public elementary schools are located in Amherst, NH.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst, NH?
Amherst, NH public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New Hampshire public elementary schools average of 17% (majority Hispanic).
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