Serving 470 students in grades 6-8, Albany Area Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Albany Area Middle School's student population of 470 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
470 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Albany Area Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Area Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 1860 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
2%

Asian
n/a
7%

Hispanic
3%
12%

Black
n/a
12%

White
95%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany Area Middle School's ranking?
Albany Area Middle School is ranked #580 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Albany Area Middle School?
470 students attend Albany Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Albany Area Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany Area Middle School?
Albany Area Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
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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