Serving 457 students in grades 6-8, Albany Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Albany Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Albany, MN, encompassing approximately 151.7 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with most living an average of 6.6 miles from the zone's edge, which extends up to 11.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albany Area Middle School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 108% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Albany Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Area Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#577 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)0.9%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany Area Middle School's ranking?
Albany Area Middle School is ranked #577 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Albany Area Middle School?
457 students attend Albany Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Albany Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany Area Middle School?
Albany Area Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albany Area Middle School offer ?
Albany Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albany Area Middle School part of?
Albany Area Middle School is part of Albany Public School District.
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