At a glance
Reported students
2,937
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
193.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
98th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
342.5
Albany High School: 2,937 reported students.
State peer staffing position
95th percentile
15.2:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 2,587
- Teachers (FTE)
- 250
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.3:1
What the reported data says about Albany High School
Albany High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Albany. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Albany City School District. NCES reports 2,937 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 98th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.2:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (40.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (24.9%). English learners represent 10.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 23 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Albany High School
- 1How do the reported 15.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 193.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 10 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 10.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 65.2%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 10
- Nurses (FTE)
- 7
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 12
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White15.5%
- Hispanic24.9%
- Black40.9%
- Asian12.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.4%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial4.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
23 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Albany City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
William S Hackett Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
615 reported students
North Albany Academy Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
588 reported students
Stephen and Harriet Myers Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
570 reported students
New Scotland Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
451 reported students
Giffen Memorial Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
387 reported students
Albany School of Humanities
Elementary · Grades PK–05
378 reported students
Public schools near Albany High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls High · Charter · Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls | 06–12 | 383 | 1.4 mi |
| Green Tech High Charter School High · Charter · Green Tech High Charter School | 06–12 | 450 | 1.8 mi |
| Colonie Central High School High · South Colonie Central School District | 09–12 | 1,640 | 3.2 mi |
| Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School High · Rensselaer City School District | 07–12 | 462 | 3.2 mi |
| Shaker High School High · North Colonie CSD | 07–12 | 2,138 | 5.1 mi |
| Bethlehem Central Senior High School High · Bethlehem Central School District | 09–12 | 1,322 | 5.3 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Albany High School
What grades does Albany High School serve?
Albany High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Albany City School District.
How many students attend Albany High School?
Albany High School reported 2,937 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 98th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,587 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Albany High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.2:1, based on 2,937 students and 193.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Albany High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Albany High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Albany City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Albany High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
65.2% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Albany High School in?
Albany High School is part of Albany City School District, based in Albany, NY, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Albany High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Albany Leadership Charter School for Girls (1.4 mi), Green Tech High Charter School (1.8 mi), Colonie Central High School (3.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.