Serving 1,117 students in grades 9-12, Albany High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,117 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Albany High School's student population of 1,117 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,117 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albany High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#465 out of 9602 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
15%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
30%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany High School's ranking?
Albany High School is ranked #465 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Albany High School often compared to?
Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Berkeley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albany High School?
The graduation rate of Albany High School is 92%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Albany High School?
1,117 students attend Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Albany High School students are Asian, 30% of students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany High School?
Albany High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Albany High School offer ?
Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Albany High School part of?
Albany High School is part of Albany City Unified School District.
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