For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 474 students in Albany, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Albany, TX are Nancy Smith Elementary School and Albany Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albany, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Albany have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Albany, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nancy Smith Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
741 Griffin Rd
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3384
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3384
Gr: PK-6 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Albany Jr-sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 E S First St
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3974
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3974
Gr: 7-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Albany, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Albany, TX include Nancy Smith Elementary School and Albany Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Albany?
2 public schools are located in Albany.
What is the racial composition of students in Albany?
Albany public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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