Best Schools in Amherst, Texas
1 schools · 1 Other
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Amherst School
Other · Amherst ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$50,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$50,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Amherst
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Amherst School | 6.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $56,339
- Median home value
- $50,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Amherst compares
Median household income
$56k
76% of Texas median
About Schools in Amherst, Texas
Amherst, Texas is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Amherst show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Amherst is Amherst School with a composite score of 6.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Amherst is served by 1 school district: AMHERST ISD. These districts collectively serve 114 students.
Amherst's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $56,339. The poverty rate in the area is 39.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 114 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 |
Schools in Amherst
Amherst, Texas · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$56,339
Median Home Value
$50,500
Median Rent
$969/mo
Population
1,114
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
39.9%
Community Profile
Amherst has a median household income of $56,339. It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $50,500, with a median rent of $969/month. The area has a poverty rate of 39.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- Texas
- Other
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Amherst, Texas
How many schools are in Amherst, Texas?
Amherst has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Amherst, Texas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Amherst is 6.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Amherst, Texas?
The top-ranked school in Amherst on MySchoolScout is Amherst School with a composite score of 6.1/10.
How many school districts serve Amherst, Texas?
Amherst is served by 1 school district: Amherst ISD.
What is the education level in Amherst, Texas?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Amherst have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Amherst, Texas?
The median household income in Amherst is approximately $56,339 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Amherst, Texas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Amherst is 5.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Amherst, Texas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.