publicmiddleGrade 6-8

Amherst Middle

165 Gordons Fairground Rd, Amherst, VA 24521, United States

+1 (434) 946-0691

http://ams.amherst.k12.va.us

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Amherst Middle Overview

About This School

Amherst Middle is a public middle in Amherst, Virginia, serving 371 students in grades Grade 6-8. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1 with 28 teachers on staff. The average teacher salary is $57,444, while the school provides one counselor for every 371 students. Students are composed of 56% male and 44% female. The demographic breakdown includes 70% White, 15% Black, 9% Two or More Races, 5% Hispanic, and 1% Asian students.

371

Total Students

Grade 6-8

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

28 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 6-8

County

Amherst County

Students per Counselor

371:1

Amherst Middle Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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English Language Arts

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Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12.4:1

State Avg: 13.3:1

371

Students per Counselor

Amherst Middle Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$57,444

City Avg: $57,444

State Avg: $66,502

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor371:1

Amherst Middle Student Demographics

Student Body

55.8%

Male

44.2%

Female

Total Enrollment: 371 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White69.54%

Hispanic5.12%

Asian0.54%

Black14.56%

Two or More Races9.16%

Native American1.08%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Amherst Middle

Q: What is Amherst Middle?

A: Amherst Middle is a middle public located in Amherst.

Q: How many students attend Amherst Middle?

A: Amherst Middle has approximately 371 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Amherst Middle?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Amherst Middle is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Amherst Middle

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Amherst Middle - Amherst, VA

Quick Facts about Amherst Middle
School Name	Amherst Middle
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 6-8
Location	165 Gordons Fairground Rd, Amherst, VA 24521, Amherst, VA
County	Amherst County
Phone	+1 (434) 946-0691
Total Students	371
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	28
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst Middle

What is Amherst Middle?

Amherst Middle is a middle public located in Amherst.

How many students attend Amherst Middle?

Amherst Middle has approximately 371 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amherst Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Amherst Middle is 12:1.

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