What types of schools are available in Albany, New York?

Albany, New York offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Albany, New York

Q: How many schools are in Albany, New York?

There are 34 schools in Albany, New York, serving 18,008 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Albany?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Albany, New York, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 34 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

18,008

Total Students

Across Albany

12.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

34 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)9 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)2 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 2,937 students at Albany High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Kipp Tech Valley Charter School

charter schoolmiddleK-8

321 Northern Blvd, Albany, NY 12210

Green Tech High Charter School

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12

99 Slingerland St, Albany, NY 12202

Kipp Albany Community Charter School

charter schoolmiddleK-8

65 Krank St, Albany, NY 12202

Henry Johnson Charter School

charter schoolelementaryK-4

30 Watervliet Ave, Albany, NY 12206

Albany Leadership Charter School For Girls

charter schoolhighGrade 6-12

19 Hackett Blvd, Albany, NY 12208

Delaware Community School

publicelementaryPK-5

43 Bertha St, Albany, NY 12209

Brighter Choice Charter School For Girls

charter schoolelementaryK-5

250 Central Ave, Albany, NY 12206

Giffen Memorial Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

274 S Pearl St, Albany, NY 12202

Pine Hills Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

41 N Allen St, Albany, NY 12203

Thomas S O'Brien Academy Of Science & Technology

publicelementaryPK-5

94 Delaware Ave, Albany, NY 12202

Eagle Point Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

1044 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203

Montessori Magnet School

publicelementaryPK-5

45 Tremont St, Albany, NY 12205

Arbor Hill Elementary School

publicelementaryPK-5

1 Arbor Dr, Albany, NY 12207

700 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12203

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Detailed Overview of Schools in Albany

Albany, New York is home to 34 schools serving over 18,008 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Albany, New York?

There are 34 schools in Albany, serving 18,008 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Albany?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Albany include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Albany?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Albany is 12.6:1.

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