Albany High School is located in Albany, Louisiana, United States. Albany High School is a part of the Livingston Parish Public Schools system and serves grades 9 through 12. The school has around 600 students. The principal is Sammie Lacara. The school mascot is the Hornet and the school colors are Maroon and White.
Serving 534 students in grades 9-12, Albany High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Albany High School serves the northeast part of Albany, LA, covering an area of approximately 49 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albany High School's student population of 534 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
534 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albany High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 1244 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
82.6%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and White
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany High School's ranking?
Albany High School is ranked #142 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What schools are Albany High School often compared to?
Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Springfield High School, Doyle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Albany High School?
The graduation rate of Albany High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 82.6%.
How many students attend Albany High School?
534 students attend Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Albany High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany High School?
Albany High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Albany High School offer ?
Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Albany High School part of?
Albany High School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
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