Serving 650 students in grades 5-8, Albany Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Louisiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in LA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albany Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Albany Middle School's student population of 650 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Albany Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,251 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albany Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#217 out of 1251 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
11%
11%
Black
10%
41%
White
77%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albany Middle School's ranking?
Albany Middle School is ranked #217 out of 1,251 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% LA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
How many students attend Albany Middle School?
650 students attend Albany Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Albany Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albany Middle School?
Albany Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Louisiana state average of 14:1.
What grades does Albany Middle School offer ?
Albany Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Albany Middle School part of?
Albany Middle School is part of Livingston Parish School District.
School Reviews
5 10/20/2015
I am planning on moving to your area in December from Indiana. Can you please send me information regarding enrollment fees? Thank you.
5 10/16/2014
I am so pleased to have my children attend AMS. The teachers are wonderful, and they are doing well with their academics. Multiple extracurricular activities, the school keeps you up to date through phone calls, and emails. Satisfied.
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