700 Washington Ave
Albany, NY 12203
Rating
:
10/
10
Top 10%
Tel: (518) 475-6200
Serving 2,592 students in grades 9-12,Albany High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
Graduation Rate
: 82% (Btm 50% in NY)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%Math Proficiency
: 84% (Top 20%)Reading Proficiency
: 85-89% (Top 5%)Science Proficiency
: 71% (Btm 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 10%)
Most improved public schools
Most improved public schools (Top 10%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 5%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 20%)
School Overview
Albany High School's student population of 2,592 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 212 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
212 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albany High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany High School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms
This School
State Level (NY)
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
49%
16%
White
18%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Diversity Score
0.69
0.72
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Albany City School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany High School's ranking?
Albany High School is ranked #323 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Albany High School often compared to?
Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaker High School, Bethlehem Central Senior High School, Colonie Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albany High School?
The graduation rate of Albany High School is 82%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Albany High School?
2,592 students attend Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Albany High School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany High School?
Albany High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albany High School offer ?
Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albany High School part of?
Albany High School is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Albany High School located?
Albany High School is located in the Pine Hills neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Pine Hills.
Nearby Public Schools
Popular comparisons: Albany High School vs. Shaker High School, Albany High School vs. Bethlehem Central Senior High School, Albany High School vs. Colonie Central High School
The nearest high school to Albany High School is Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept (0.8 miles away)
The nearest middle school is Green Tech High Charter School (1.3 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Philip J Schuyler Achievement Academy (0.4 miles away)
Show me:
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Philip J Schuyler Achievement Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: PK-5 | 286 students 0.4 miles 676 Clinton Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 475-6700
0.4
PK-5
286
Pine Hills Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: PK-5 | 341 students 0.5 miles 41 N Allen St
Albany, NY 12203
(518) 475-6725
0.5
PK-5
341
Brighter Choice Charter School For Boys
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 264 students 0.6 miles 116 N Lake Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-8200
0.6
K-5
264
Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Grades: K-5 | 303 students 0.6 miles 250 Central Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 694-4100
0.6
K-5
303
Henry Johnson Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Grades: K-4 | 335 students 0.6 miles 30 Watervliet Ave
Albany, NY 12206
(518) 432-4300
0.6
K-4
335
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Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
Graduation Rate
: 82% (Btm 50%)Overall Testing Rank
: Top 10%Math Proficiency
: 84% (Top 20%)Reading Proficiency
: 85-89% (Top 5%)Science Proficiency
: 71% (Btm 50%)- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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