Summary:
The Amherst Central High School is the sole high school serving the Amherst Central School District in New York. This standout school has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state, with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and exceptional student performance on Regents and Common Core exams.
Amherst Central High School's students demonstrate remarkable proficiency, with rates significantly higher than the state averages across a wide range of subjects, including Algebra II, Chemistry, and U.S. History and Government. The school's four-year graduation rate of 84.3% is also commendable, and the Amherst Central School District as a whole is ranked 160 out of 865 districts in New York, indicating strong overall district performance.
While the school faces some attendance-related challenges, with a chronic absenteeism rate of 34.1%, it serves a diverse student population, with 38.05% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The school's ability to maintain high academic standards while serving a significant population of economically disadvantaged students is particularly noteworthy and could provide valuable insights for other schools and districts.
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