Excellent
#256 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 3% in state
Albany Middle
Middle School · Albany City Unified
1259 Brighton Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
9.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
19.2:1
Score
9.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#256 of 9,539
In Albany
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Albany City Unified
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Albany Middle
Middle School in Albany · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Albany Middle
Albany Middle is a public middle school in Albany, CA, part of Albany City Unified. Albany Middle serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Albany Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Albany Middle show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- CA avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Albany Middle — Students at Albany Middle score 71% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.6/10.
How Albany Middle Compares
See how Albany Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1259 Brighton Ave., Albany, CA 94706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Albany Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ruth Acty Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Berkeley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Albany High (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cornell Elementary (rated 9.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Albany High Albany | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) Albany | 0.2 mi | — |
| Harding Elementary El Cerrito | 0.3 mi | 7.9 |
| GOLESTAN SCHOOL El Cerrito | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Golestan School El Cerrito | 0.5 mi | — |
| Tilden Preparatory School Albany | 0.5 mi | — |
| TILDEN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Albany | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Cornell Elementary Albany | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| El Cerrito High El Cerrito | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Marin Elementary Albany | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Ocean View Elementary Albany | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary Berkeley | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| PROSPECT SIERRA SCHOOL El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Prospect Sierra School El Cerrito | 1.2 mi | — |
| Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Saint Mary's College High School Berkeley | 1.2 mi | — |
| GROWING LIGHT MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF KENSINGTON Kensington | 1.3 mi | — |
| Ruth Acty Elementary Berkeley | 1.4 mi | 9.5 |
| THE CROWDEN SCHOOL Berkeley | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,961
Median Home Value
$1,188,100
Median Rent
$2,394/mo
Population
20,486
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
53.9%
Avg Commute
32.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.1%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| Bret Harte Middle San Jose, CA | 9.0 |
| El Sereno Middle Los Angeles, CA | 9.0 |
| John F. Kennedy Middle Cupertino, CA | 9.0 |
| Lincoln Middle Santa Monica, CA | 9.0 |
| Piedmont Middle Piedmont, CA | 9.0 |
| Raymond J. Fisher Middle Los Gatos, CA | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Albany Middle
What grades does Albany Middle serve?
Albany Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Albany Middle?
Albany Middle has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Albany Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Albany Middle is 19.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Albany Middle rank in CA?
Albany Middle ranks #256 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Albany Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Albany Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Albany Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Albany Middle has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Albany Middle a charter school?
No, Albany Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Albany Middle a Title I school?
No, Albany Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Albany Middle?
29.5% of students at Albany Middle qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 827
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Alameda County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.5%
- Phone
- (510) 558-3600
Resources & Links
District
Albany City Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,574
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,768
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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