AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL
AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the AMHERST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in AMHERST, NY with about 666 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 59 teachers, AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 55 Kings Highway in Amherst, New York, is a key component of the Amherst Central School District. Serving students in the intermediate grade levels, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the high school experience. The institution emphasizes a holistic approach to learning, focusing not only on core academic subjects like mathematics, science, English language arts, and social studies but also on the social and emotional development of its diverse student body.
Beyond the classroom, AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and athletic programs designed to help students explore their interests and build character. By maintaining a strong connection with the local Amherst community and prioritizing collaborative partnerships between teachers, parents, and students, the school aims to cultivate responsible citizens and lifelong learners. For those seeking detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, or district resources, the school maintains an official web presence at [www.amherstschools.org](http://www.amherstschools.org).
For more information, contact AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL at (716) 362-7100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AMHERST, NY 14226-4330
(716) 362-7100
http://www.amherstschools.org
AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in AMHERST, NY with about 666 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AMHERST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 666
- Teachers:
- 59.01
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 666 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending AMHERST MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 71% of the student body.
- White
- 71.3%
- Black or African American
- 13.5%
- Asian
- 6.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 4.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.