AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL

AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the AMHERST PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in AMHERST, NE with about 175 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 13 teachers, AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL, located at 100 N Sycamore in Amherst, Nebraska, serves as a central educational hub for the local community. As a small-town institution, it typically focuses on providing a personalized learning environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and close-knit relationships with faculty and staff. The school is committed to fostering academic growth while preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or pursue higher education.

Beyond the classroom, AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes the development of the "whole student" through a variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and community involvement. By balancing rigorous academic standards with traditional school spirit and community-focused values, the school plays a vital role in the social and intellectual development of the youth in the Buffalo County area.

For more information, contact AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL at (308) 826-3131 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.