District Overview
Located at 5 Highland Street in Amesbury, Massachusetts, the Amesbury School District is a fully operational, traditional public school system serving a vibrant community within the Boston-Cambridge-Newton metropolitan region. Set in a charming, large suburban landscape, the district manages five operational schools that deliver a seamless educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, alongside specialized ungraded programming. As an independent, non-charter public district, Amesbury offers local families a cohesive learning infrastructure designed to support children through every foundational milestone of their academic and personal development.

The district educates a student body of 1,793 children across its early childhood, elementary, middle, and secondary grade levels. To cultivate an enriching learning environment, Amesbury maintains a well-resourced professional workforce totaling over 636 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This dedicated team includes approximately 327 FTE teachers, supported by nearly 77 instructional aides and 232 support personnel, ensuring students benefit from personalized instruction, strong guidance, and comprehensive school services. For parents, students, and educational researchers, the Amesbury School District represents a thriving suburban district committed to academic growth, robust staffing support, and strong community engagement.
5
Total Schools
1,793
Total Students
327.3
Full-Time Teachers
5.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Amesbury
Demographic Student Count
White1,427
Hispanic235
Black33
Asian30
Two or More64
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,427 (79.6%)
  • Hispanic
    235 (13.1%)
  • Two or More
    64 (3.6%)
  • Black
    33 (1.8%)
  • Asian
    30 (1.7%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Amesbury
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High2
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:1,793*
Teachers (FTE):327.3*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.5
Schools in Amesbury
Found 5 Schools