Amherst School District


Summary:

The Amherst School District in New Hampshire is home to two schools: Clark-Wilkins School, an elementary school serving grades PK-4, and Amherst Middle School, a middle school serving grades 5-8. The data analysis reveals that Clark-Wilkins School is a standout institution within the district, consistently ranking among the top 20 elementary schools in New Hampshire and boasting exceptional test scores, a low free/reduced lunch rate, and a favorable student-teacher ratio.

In contrast, while Amherst Middle School's performance is generally above the state average, its proficiency rates are lower than the district average, particularly in Mathematics. This could indicate areas for improvement, such as targeted interventions or curriculum adjustments. Additionally, the schools have slightly different racial compositions, with Clark-Wilkins School having a higher percentage of White students and a lower percentage of minority students compared to Amherst Middle School.

The data analysis highlights the strong performance of Clark-Wilkins School and identifies potential areas for improvement at Amherst Middle School. These insights could inform the Amherst School District's strategic planning and resource allocation decisions to ensure equitable and high-quality education for all students.

District Detail

 1 School St.
Amherst, NH 03031-0849

 (603) 673-2690

SchoolDigger Rank:
34th of 163 New Hampshire districts

See the 2024 New Hampshire District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 1,341

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Hampshire Department of Education.

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