West Albany High School is a public high school in Albany, Oregon, United States. West Albany High School was formerly named Albany Union High School before the completion of South Albany High School in 1972.
Serving 1,297 students in grades 9-12, West Albany High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is equal to the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Albany High School serves the western part of Albany, OR, covering an area of approximately 96.7 square miles. Families residing within this zone typically have a drive of about 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Albany High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Albany High School's student population of 1,297 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1910
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission: to graduate culturally responsible students empowered to achieve college and career success.
School Rankings
West Albany High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Albany High School is 0.45, 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
#306 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
72%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
8%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43%
43.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Grey, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Albany High School's ranking?
West Albany High School is ranked #306 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Albany High School often compared to?
West Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Albany High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Albany High School?
The graduation rate of West Albany High School is 97%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81.3%.
How many students attend West Albany High School?
1,297 students attend West Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Albany High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Albany High School?
West Albany High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Albany High School offer ?
West Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Albany High School part of?
West Albany High School is part of Greater Albany Public SD 8j School District.
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