Amherst Central High School is a public high school in Snyder, New York, United States, a hamlet within the town of Amherst, which is within the Buffalo-Niagara Falls metropolitan area. It is the only high school in the Amherst Central School District.
Serving 886 students in grades 9-12, Amherst Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amherst Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Amherst Central High School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
886 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
White, Black/Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Rankings
Amherst Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amherst Central High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#100 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amherst Central High School's ranking?
Amherst Central High School is ranked #100 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Amherst Central High School often compared to?
Amherst Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsville South High School, Williamsville North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amherst Central High School?
The graduation rate of Amherst Central High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Amherst Central High School?
886 students attend Amherst Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Amherst Central High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amherst Central High School?
Amherst Central High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Amherst Central High School offer ?
Amherst Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amherst Central High School part of?
Amherst Central High School is part of Amherst Central School District.
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