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Albany High School

#5 in Best Public High Schools in Alameda County
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Albany, CA
  • 268 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B
    8. Sports
      B-
    9. Food
      B+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Albany High School is a top rated, public school located in Albany, CA. It has 1,164 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 20 to 1. According to state test scores, 74% of students are at least proficient in math and 83% in reading.
    Address
    603 Key Route Blvd.
    Albany, CA 94706
    Telephone
    (510) 558-2500
    Website
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    Albany High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    83%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    74%
    Average Graduation Rate
    93%
    Average SAT
    1320
    304 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    108 responses
    AP Enrollment
    33%
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    Living in the Area
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      A+
    3. Housing
      C+
    Median Household Income
    $87,694
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,739
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $766,000
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    95%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.20 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.20 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 48 responses
    Report
    • HOMECOMING WEEK
      27%
    • Club Rush
      15%
    • International food day
      13%
    • Diversity Week
      10%
    • Day on the Green
      8%
    • Diversity Assembly (dancing guys with swords)
      8%
    • Musical
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,164
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    18%
    100%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
    88%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    20:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $84,852
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.3%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.38 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.38 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.38 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $17,537/ year
    National
    $12,239
    84%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.37 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.37 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.37 responses
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    Albany High School Reviews

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    Albany High has a toxic culture that values academics more than mental and physical health, and image over morals. There's been moments where teachers have either downplayed or ignored my mental health issues. The hallways and stairwells are so crowded during passing period, and class sizes and budget cuts are a normal yearly occurrence here. If it weren't for the handful of decent classmates and teachers I had, I would've dropped out due to a lack of attendance, quite honestly.

    As for their narcissism, they claim to be "eco-conscious" and "tolerant", but they don't sort their waste (even though they have separate bins) and there have been several moments of teachers displaying racism. They provide cheap, single-use forks, plastic-wrapped junk food, and other cheap give-aways that barely anyone wants.
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    The campus is extremely small, and the hallways become crowded very quickly in between classes. The students are extremely diverse, and the school has great staff members that help you try and succeed in your studies. I was only able to spend one year there, but I can say that it was time well spent. It's located in a decent neighborhood, close to public transportation. The food and sports are mediocre, but the arts programs and clubs are amazing and fun.
    Albany High has great teachers that are understanding and kind. They go above and beyond to help. There is a decent variety of classes. The diversity is interesting, interesting in some groups are represented and others aren't really. The best thing about albany high is international food day. I think it really shows the best part of our school community, of acceptance, where people feel safe enough to bring food from their culture to share.