For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 326 students in Amherst, MA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Amherst, MA is Crocker Farm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Amherst, MA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Amherst have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Amherst, MA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crocker Farm Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
280 West Street
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1600
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1600
Gr: PK-6 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Amherst, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
813 No. Pleasant St
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1305
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 362-1305
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Amherst, MA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Amherst, MA include Crocker Farm 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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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