AMHERST ISD

Located at 100 N. Main in Amherst, Texas, Amherst Independent School District is an open, traditional public school district serving a distant rural community in West Texas. Operating a single centralized campus, the district provides comprehensive educational programming spanning from pre-kindergarten all the way through twelfth grade. As a traditional public district independent of any supervisory union or charter network, Amherst ISD offers a cohesive academic journey under one roof, allowing students to build long-lasting relationships with educators and peers from early childhood through high school graduation.

Serving a focused student body of 102 enrolled youth, the district offers an intimate learning environment characterized by small class sizes and personalized attention. The student body reflects the cultural fabric of the surrounding region, comprised predominantly of Hispanic students alongside White, Black, and multiracial learners. To foster academic growth and comprehensive student care, Amherst ISD maintains a remarkably high staff presence relative to its enrollment, deploying nearly 39 full-time equivalent teachers alongside over 23 instructional aides and support personnel. This generous staffing structure ensures that every child receives tailored support, robust guidance, and a tightly knit educational experience tailored to the needs of its rural community.