For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 973 students in East Amherst, NY. The top-ranked public high school in East Amherst, NY is Williamsville East High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Amherst, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 92% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 59% statewide average).
East Amherst, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Williamsville East High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in East Amherst, NY (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williamsville East High School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
151 Paradise Rd
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8400
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in East Amherst, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in East Amherst, NY include Williamsville East High School. East Amherst has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in New York.
How many public high schools are located in East Amherst?
1 public high schools are located in East Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in East Amherst?
East Amherst public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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