A- Top 24%

Amherst Regional High School

Grades 09-12 AMHERST, MA

Improved 113 spots from last year

#84 State Rank
B District Grade
21 Mattoon Street, AMHERST, MA 01002
Active Athletics 31 sports Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
816 Students
90.7% Attendance Rate
61.6 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%
Multiracial 6.6%

Gender

52% Male
46.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 5.4%
Special Education 24.9%
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).

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Graduation

1.1% Dropout Rate

Attendance

90.7% Attendance Rate
28.4% Chronic Absence

Advanced Placement

College Readiness

MassCore is Massachusetts' recommended college-ready curriculum.

Staffing

Location

21 Mattoon Street, AMHERST, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amherst Regional High School's grade rating?

Amherst Regional High School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #84 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 24% of Massachusetts High 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 High School?

Approximately 816 students are enrolled at Amherst Regional High School.

How does Amherst Regional High School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Amherst Regional High School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (71% proficient), Mathematics (61% proficient), Science (67% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What sports does Amherst Regional High School offer?

Amherst Regional High School offers 31 athletic programs (14 boys' sports, 17 girls' sports) with approximately 1,680 student athletes participating. Sports programs are sanctioned by the MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association).

What is the graduation rate at Amherst Regional High School?

Amherst Regional High School has a strong 94.5% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at Amherst Regional High School?

Amherst Regional High School has an attendance rate of 90.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Amherst Regional High School part of?

Amherst Regional High 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.