For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,127 students in Albany, CA. The top ranked public high school in Albany, CA is Albany High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albany, CA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the California public high school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Albany have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of California public high schools.
Albany, CA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the California average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Albany High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in California or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high school average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Albany, CA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Albany High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-2500
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,117 students
Rank: n/an/a
Macgregor High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6570
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6570
Grades: 10-12
| 10 students
Albany, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
720 Jackson St
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6590
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6590
Grades: K
| 20 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Albany, CA?
The top ranked public high schools in Albany, CA include Albany High School. Albany has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in California.
How many public high schools are located in Albany?
2 public high schools are located in Albany.
What is the racial composition of students in Albany?
Albany public high schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
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