For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 384 students in Amherst, WI.
The top-ranked public high school in Amherst, WI is Amherst High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, WI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Wisconsin public high school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). High schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Wisconsin public high schools.
Amherst, WI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Wisconsin average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Amherst High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Wisconsin or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high school average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public High Schools in Amherst, WI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amherst High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
357 N Main St
Amherst, WI 54406
(715) 824-5522
Amherst, WI 54406
(715) 824-5522
Gr: 9-12 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: n/an/a
Central Sands Community High School
Charter School
3995 County Rd K
Amherst, WI 54406
(715) 281-4776
Amherst, WI 54406
(715) 281-4776
Gr: 9-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Amherst, WI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Amherst, WI include Amherst High School.
How many public high schools are located in Amherst?
2 public high schools are located in Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst?
Amherst public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public high schools average of 34% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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