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Albany High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
700 Washington Ave,
Albany, NY
Albany City School District
School Details
Head of School
Acting Principal - Ms. Dale Getto
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
27
Math Proficiency
84%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.42
Graduation Rate
82%
Niche Grade
B
A
B
C+
B
B+
B
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.42
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
84%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
219
Full Time Teachers
219
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
610
Average ACT
27
Math
26
English
27
Reading
28
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
23
AP Pass Rate
47.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
237:1
Student Diversity
Male
50.8%
Female
49.1%
Black
45.3%
Hispanic
21.2%
White
17.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.7%
Two or more races
4.8%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
School Rankings
#6
Best Magnet HS in New York
#39
Most Diverse Public HS in New York
#133
Niche Standout HS in New York
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University at Albany, SUNY
305 Students
SUNY Hudson Valley Community College
162 Students
New York University
142 Students
Syracuse University
127 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
119 Students
Siena College
109 Students
Boston University
108 Students
Pace University
107 Students
Cornell University
90 Students
University at Buffalo, SUNY
83 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
119 Students
Psychology
111 Students
Nursing
107 Students
Biology
82 Students
Computer Science
56 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
54 Students
Environmental Science
44 Students
Political Science and Government
37 Students
Engineering
36 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
34 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/22/2024
I feel like my experience at AHS was a pretty good one. As long as you stay within your own groups you do not really get into much trouble, which I think is to be expected at any high school. Academicallly it was great and I love the music and arts programs
10/7/2024
The school is very good school available rescources even for trade school or colleges. well ready counsellors and teachers
1/3/2024
Albany High School is a great diverse school. It has many different programs and education opportunities to help its students succeed.
GreatSchools Reviews
7/20/2025
You will always hear about the “negative” experience- often times, these are keyboard heroes using a review section as a means to skirt responsibility or vent frustration of some kind. However, I’m a proud resident of the city of Albany. I’m a homeowner. I’m also an educator within the district, spe...
11/8/2023
worse school i been too and im a senior
5/19/2023
In the years that I have lived in the area, I have seen great improvements to not only the campus, but the quality of education being provided. I have one child that is now in AP classes and excited to learn. Yes, the school is large, can be loud and rowdy, but it is generally a very positive place...
1/15/2019
Not good. When you leave messages for the so-called principal, she doesn't return the call
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Map
Attendance Zone
List Price Range
$151K - $419K
Homes For Sale
9
Average Home Value
$311,214
Median Lot Size
4,356 Sq Ft
% Renters
78%
Average Household Income
$66,477
% of College Grads
57.1%
Median Age
29
Average House Size
1,748 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
40.4%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Additional Schools in the Area
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Choice Schools
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- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
Parks in this Area
Ridgefield Park
- Tennis
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Washington Park
Buckingham Lake Park
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Lake
Corning City Preserve
- Bike Trails
- Boating
- Trails
Woodlawn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Beverwyck Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Duffy Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Madison Avenue Park
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Buckingham Lake-Crestwood
One of Albany’s most desirable neighborhoods around Buckingham Pond
Melrose
Residential Albany neighborhood close to parks and main roads
Albany High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Albany, NY and is served by the Albany City School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 2,592 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 84% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Albany High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.42, the graduation rate is 82%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 27. The average home value in this area is $311,214. Discover additional schools in the area, like Roots Academy at West Hill, Tech Valley High School, Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Albany has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Albany High School.