Serving 1,466 students in grades 9-12, South Albany High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,466 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Albany High School serves the eastern part of Albany, OR, covering an area of approximately 61.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.6 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 11.3 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Albany High School's student population of 1,466 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,466 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Campus Size
36 acres
School Rankings
South Albany High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Albany High School is 0.56, 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
#1052 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
31%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
81.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
67%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
7%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gray
School Mascot
Redhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Albany High School's ranking?
South Albany High School is ranked #1052 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Albany High School often compared to?
South Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Albany High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Albany High School?
The graduation rate of South Albany High School is 86%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend South Albany High School?
1,466 students attend South Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Albany High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Albany High School?
South Albany High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Albany High School offer ?
South Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Albany High School part of?
South Albany High School is part of Greater Albany Public SD 8j School District.
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