For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,545 students in East Amherst, NY.
The top ranked public middle schools in East Amherst, NY are Transit Middle School and Casey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
East Amherst, NY public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the New York public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in East Amherst have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of New York public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in East Amherst, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Transit Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8730 Transit Rd
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8700
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8700
Grades: 5-8
| 899 students
Rank: #22.
Casey Middle School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
105 Casey Rd
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8585
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 626-8585
Grades: 5-8
| 646 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in East Amherst, NY?
The top ranked public middle schools in East Amherst, NY include Transit Middle School and Casey Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in East Amherst?
2 public middle schools are located in East Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in East Amherst?
East Amherst public middle schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the New York public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in East Amherst are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in East Amherst include: Transit Middle School vs. Casey Middle School, Casey Middle School vs. Transit Middle School
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