NEHighProfile data from NCES 2023-24

AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL — School Profile & District Info

High|AMHERST, Nebraska|AMHERST PUBLIC SCHOOLS

AMHERST, NE 68812

School Profile

Grades
7–12
Enrollment
167
Student:Teacher
9.8:1
Locale
Rural
Econ. Disadvantaged
22.2%

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency
45-49%
Math Proficiency
40-44%
Graduation Rate
>=80%
Chronic Absenteeism
17.8%
SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented
Dual Enrollment
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.8:1
Near average in NE

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending
$12,723
District-level data
Funding Sources
Federal 10%State 36%Local 53%

Community Context

Median Home Value
$293,273
+6.2% YoY
Kearney, NE metro area · Zillow Feb 2026
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

157
Current enrollment
Declining(-17% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL

Enrollment at AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL stands at 167 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

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