B+ Top 37%

Amherst Regional High School

Grades 09-12 AMHERST, MA

Improved 60 spots from last year

#137 State Rank
B- District Grade
21 Mattoon Street, AMHERST, MA 01002
816 Students
71 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

71% Proficient or Above
15% Advanced

Mathematics

61% Proficient or Above
27% Advanced

Science

67% Proficient or Above
18% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 10 71% 15%
2025 Mathematics 10 61% 27%
2025 Science 10 67% 18%
2024 English Language Arts 10 70% 23%
2024 Mathematics 10 63% 20%
2024 Science 10 67% 23%
2023 English Language Arts 10 61% 17%
2023 Mathematics 10 65% 19%
2023 Science 10 54% 4%
2022 English Language Arts 10 69% 12%
2022 Mathematics 10 62% 19%
2022 Science 10 62% 11%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

816 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 55.5%
Hispanic 18.5%
Asian 11.6%
Black 7.6%

Gender

52% Male
46.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 5.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 31.1%

Athletics Programs

31 sports programs with 1,680 student athletes

Boys Sports

  • Softball 73 athletes
  • Volleyball 47 athletes
  • Lacrosse 47 athletes
  • Football 46 athletes
  • Basketball 45 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 41 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 32 athletes
  • Soccer 27 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 24 athletes
  • Baseball 18 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 16 athletes
  • Tennis 14 athletes
  • Golf 12 athletes
  • Wrestling 2 athletes

Girls Sports

  • Wrestling 444 athletes
  • Unified Basketball 396 athletes
  • Track-Outdoor 41 athletes
  • Ski-Alpine 41 athletes
  • Ice Hockey 38 athletes
  • Soccer 38 athletes
  • Tennis 35 athletes
  • Ski-Nordic 32 athletes
  • Basketball 32 athletes
  • Volleyball 28 athletes
  • Track-Indoor 28 athletes
  • Baseball 25 athletes
  • Cross Country 22 athletes
  • Winter Swim/Dive 20 athletes
  • Softball 11 athletes
  • Gymnastics 3 athletes
  • Football 2 athletes

Sports data from the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA).

Location

21 Mattoon Street, AMHERST, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amherst Regional High School's letter grade?

Amherst Regional High School has earned a letter grade of B+, based on MCAS test scores, attendance, and other performance metrics. This grade represents how the school compares to other Massachusetts High schools.

What grades does Amherst Regional High School serve?

Amherst Regional High School serves students in grades 09 through 12.

Is Amherst Regional High School part of a school district?

Yes, Amherst Regional High School is part of Amherst School District. The district oversees multiple schools in the area and provides centralized administration, curriculum standards, and support services.

How are school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple factors including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. The composite score is then converted to a letter grade based on statewide percentile rankings.

Does Amherst Regional High School offer AP courses?

For information about AP courses at Amherst Regional High School, please contact the school directly or visit their website.