Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Albany School Of Humanities ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany School Of Humanities ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Albany School Of Humanities's student population of 378 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Albany School Of Humanities ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany School Of Humanities is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1940 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
5%
Showing 2006–2016. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany School Of Humanities's ranking?
Albany School Of Humanities is ranked #1940 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Albany School Of Humanities often compared to?
Albany School Of Humanitiesis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Magnet School, Thomas S O'brien Academy Of Science & Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Albany School Of Humanities?
378 students attend Albany School Of Humanities.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Albany School Of Humanities students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albany School Of Humanities?
Albany School Of Humanities has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Albany School Of Humanities offer ?
Albany School Of Humanities offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albany School Of Humanities part of?
Albany School Of Humanities is part of Albany City School District.
In what neighborhood is Albany School Of Humanities located?
Albany School Of Humanities is located in the Delaware Avenue neighborhood of Albany, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Delaware Avenue.
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