A- Top 27%

Amherst Regional Middle School

Grades 07-08 AMHERST, MA

Moved up 31 places from 2024 to 2025

#96 State Rank
B District Grade
170 Chestnut Street, AMHERST, MA 01002
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
375 Students
93.9% Attendance Rate
50.2 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

67% Meeting or exceeding expectations

18% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

54.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

14.5% exceeding expectations

2023 50% 50%
2024 49.5% 49.5%
2025 54.5% 54.5%

Mathematics

52% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 45.5% 45.5%
2024 44.5% 44.5%
2025 52% 52%

Science

59% Meeting or exceeding expectations

11% exceeding expectations

2023 52% 52%
2024 45% 45%
2025 59% 59%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 67%18%
2025English Language Arts07 47%11%
2025English Language Arts08 62%18%
2025Mathematics07 49%14%
2025Mathematics08 55%18%
2025Science08 59%11%
2024English Language Arts07 48%12%
2024English Language Arts08 51%12%
2024Mathematics07 51%16%
2024Mathematics08 38%7%
2024Science08 45%7%
2023English Language Arts07 53%12%
2023English Language Arts08 47%13%
2023Mathematics07 49%12%
2023Mathematics08 42%7%
2023Science08 52%5%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

375 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 52%
Hispanic 21.1%
Black 11.5%
Multiracial 7.7%
Asian 7.5%

Gender

53.3% Male
45.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 7.2%
Special Education 27.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 30.9%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.9% Attendance Rate
14.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

170 Chestnut Street, AMHERST, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amherst Regional Middle School's grade rating?

Amherst Regional Middle School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #96 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 27% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Amherst Regional Middle School?

Approximately 375 students are enrolled at Amherst Regional Middle School.

How does Amherst Regional Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Amherst Regional Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (67% proficient), English Language Arts (54% proficient), Mathematics (52% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Amherst Regional Middle School?

Amherst Regional Middle School has an attendance rate of 93.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Amherst Regional Middle School part of?

Amherst Regional Middle School is part of Amherst School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.