Best Amherst Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 342 students in Amherst, WI.
The top-ranked public preschool in Amherst, WI is Amherst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, WI public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Wisconsin public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 36% statewide average). Pre schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Wisconsin public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschool average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Preschools in Amherst, WI (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amherst Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
357 N Main St
Amherst, WI 54406
(715) 824-5523
Gr: PK-4 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Amherst, WI?
The top-ranked public preschools in Amherst, WI include Amherst Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Amherst?
1 public preschools are located in Amherst.
What is the racial composition of students in Amherst?
Amherst public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Wisconsin public preschools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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