For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,684 students in 94706, CA (there are 2 private schools, serving 727 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 94706, CA are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 94706, CA are Cornell Elementary School, Marin Elementary School and Albany High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 94706 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the California public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 94706, CA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of California public schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public school average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Best 94706, CA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cornell Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
920 Talbot Ave.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-3700
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-3700
Gr: K-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Marin Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1001 Santa Fe Ave.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-4700
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-4700
Gr: K-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Albany High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-2500
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,122 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #44.
Albany Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1259 Brighton Ave.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-3600
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 911 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #55.
Ocean View Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Jackson St.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-4800
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 558-4800
Gr: K-5 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Macgregor High (Continuation School)
Alternative School
603 Key Route Blvd.
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6570
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6570
Gr: 10-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
94706, California Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
720 Jackson St
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6590
Albany, CA 94706
(510) 559-6590
Gr: K | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 94706, CA?
The top-ranked public schools in 94706, CA include Cornell Elementary School, Marin Elementary School and Albany High School.
How many public schools are located in 94706?
6 public schools are located in 94706.
What percentage of students in 94706 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 94706 are educated in public schools (compared to the CA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 94706?
94706 public schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the California public schools average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
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