For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 496 students in Albany, TX.
The top ranked public schools in Albany, TX are Nancy Smith Elementary School and Albany Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Albany, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Albany have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Albany, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nancy Smith Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
741 Griffin Rd
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3384
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3384
Grades: PK-6
| 260 students
Rank: #22.
Albany Jr-sr High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 E S First St
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3974
Albany, TX 76430
(325) 762-3974
Grades: 7-12
| 236 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Albany, TX?
The top ranked public schools in Albany, TX include Nancy Smith Elementary School and Albany Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Albany?
2 public schools are located in Albany.
What is the racial composition of students in Albany?
Albany public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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