Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Albany Area Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany Area Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Albany Area Middle School's student population of 460 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albany Area Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,734 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Area Middle School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1734 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
1%
12%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany Area Middle School's ranking?
Albany Area Middle School is ranked #413 out of 1,734 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% MN state average).
How many students attend Albany Area Middle School?
460 students attend Albany Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Albany Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany Area Middle School?
Albany Area Middle School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albany Area Middle School offer ?
Albany Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Albany Area Middle School part of?
Albany Area Middle School is part of Albany Public School District.
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