Best Albany Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,126 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 72% 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 (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Albany High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,122 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
Macgregor High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6570
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 75%

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 72% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public high schools average of 79% (majority Hispanic).

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