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Best Schools in Alba, Texas

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.8/10
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Alba-golden H S

7.9/10

High · Alba-golden ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Alba-golden EL

5.6/10

Elementary · Alba-golden ISD. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.8

out of 10

Median Home

$189,100

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Most improved · 2022 → 2024
Alba-golden H S

STAAR proficiency rose +9.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Alba schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Alba

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Alba-golden H S 7.9 / 10
2 Alba-golden EL 5.6 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.8/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$80,543

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$189,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
15%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
32 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Alba compares

Median household income

$81k

108% of Texas median

About Schools in Alba, Texas

Alba, Texas is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Alba show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

The highest-performing school in Alba is Alba-golden H S with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Alba is served by 1 school district: ALBA-GOLDEN ISD. These districts collectively serve 834 students.

Alba's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,543. The poverty rate in the area is 8.8%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Alba-golden EL
396 students · Pre-K–5th 		5.6

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1
Alba-golden H S
438 students · 6th–12th 		7.9

Schools in Alba

Alba, Texas · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$80,543

Median Home Value

$189,100

Median Rent

$908/mo

Population

3,920

College Educated

15%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

8.8%

Community Profile

Alba has a median household income of $80,543. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $189,100, with a median rent of $908/month. The local poverty rate of 8.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State
Texas
Elementary
1
High
1

Resources

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School District

ALBA-GOLDEN ISD

3 schools · 834 students

Nearby Cities

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Emory (4 schools)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Alba, Texas

How many schools are in Alba, Texas?

Alba has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Alba, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alba is 6.8 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.

What is the top-ranked school in Alba, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Alba on MySchoolScout is Alba-golden H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

What is the best elementary school in Alba, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Alba on MySchoolScout is Alba-golden EL with a composite score of 5.6/10.

What is the best high school in Alba, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Alba on MySchoolScout is Alba-golden H S with a composite score of 7.9/10.

How many school districts serve Alba, Texas?

Alba is served by 1 school district: Alba-golden ISD.

What is the education level in Alba, Texas?

According to Census data, 15% of adults in Alba have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Alba, Texas?

The median household income in Alba is approximately $80,543 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Alba, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alba is 11.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alba, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.