Serving 1,511 students in grades 9-12, South Albany High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,511 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Albany High School's student population of 1,511 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Mascot
Redhawk
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
57 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Colors
Grey, Red
School Rankings
South Albany High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,196 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Albany High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#983 out of 1196 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
33%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
57%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Albany High School's ranking?
South Albany High School is ranked #983 out of 1,196 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are South Albany High School often compared to?
South Albany High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Albany High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Albany High School?
The graduation rate of South Albany High School is 84%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Albany High School?
1,511 students attend South Albany High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Albany High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does South Albany High School offer ?
South Albany High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Albany High School part of?
South Albany High School is part of Greater Albany Public SD 8j School District.
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