Albany Area Schools
Albany Area Schools serves the communities of Albany, Avon, Farming, St. Anthony and St. Martin. The district is comprised of two elementary schools, one middle school, one high school and an Early Learning Center (to be complete in Fall 2024). Approximately 325 teachers and support staff serve more than 1,760 students. The district is dedicated to small class sizes, offers a well-designed and delivered curriculum, and has an experienced and skilled staff.
Small Class Sizes: The average class size in the elementary grades K-5 is 21. The average size in the middle and high school is 25.
Rigorous Curriculum: The Albany Area School District has an ongoing curriculum review process to ensure a well-designed and delivered curriculum, one that will prepare our students for future success. Forty-two (42) college credits are available through our high school course offerings. The district uses both block and half-block classes to meet academic needs of both middle school and high school students.
Student Opportunities: Our elementary and secondary schools offer a variety of opportunities through clubs and organizations. Currently over 80% of our high school students participate in fine arts, academic, and/or athletic extra-curricular activities.
Experienced Staff: Our highly-skilled teaching professionals and support staff provide an environment of trust, respect and security. Together we work to provide our students the best education available.
Lifelong Learning Opportunities: The Albany Area Community Education program offers a variety of adult and youth recreation and enrichment opportunities. Kids Company, a school age child care program, serves over 250 students in grades PreK-5. Our Early Childhood program serves children from birth to age 5 and their families. It provides support, information and resources to assist parents in their efforts to raise healthier, happier children and prepare them for kindergarten. Albany Area Community Education also offers free one-on-one help with English Language Assistance (English as a Second Language, ESL), citizenship, reading, math, computer, GED, college preparation and job skills training through the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program.
Partnerships: The District awards $80,000+ annually in scholarships from local businesses, groups and memorials. The District also collaborates with the College of St. Benedict, Saint John’s University and St. Cloud State University in the areas of student teaching, internships, recreation and activities involving cultural awareness and diversity. The District is fortunate to have strong community support and cooperation with our local businesses, churches, PTA, Women of Today, Lions Club, Jaycees, Chambers of Commerce, and the Albany Area Booster Club.
Small Class Sizes: The average class size in the elementary grades K-5 is 21. The average size in the middle and high school is 25.
Rigorous Curriculum: The Albany Area School District has an ongoing curriculum review process to ensure a well-designed and delivered curriculum, one that will prepare our students for future success. Forty-two (42) college credits are available through our high school course offerings. The district uses both block and half-block classes to meet academic needs of both middle school and high school students.
Student Opportunities: Our elementary and secondary schools offer a variety of opportunities through clubs and organizations. Currently over 80% of our high school students participate in fine arts, academic, and/or athletic extra-curricular activities.
Experienced Staff: Our highly-skilled teaching professionals and support staff provide an environment of trust, respect and security. Together we work to provide our students the best education available.
Lifelong Learning Opportunities: The Albany Area Community Education program offers a variety of adult and youth recreation and enrichment opportunities. Kids Company, a school age child care program, serves over 250 students in grades PreK-5. Our Early Childhood program serves children from birth to age 5 and their families. It provides support, information and resources to assist parents in their efforts to raise healthier, happier children and prepare them for kindergarten. Albany Area Community Education also offers free one-on-one help with English Language Assistance (English as a Second Language, ESL), citizenship, reading, math, computer, GED, college preparation and job skills training through the Adult Basic Education (ABE) Program.
Partnerships: The District awards $80,000+ annually in scholarships from local businesses, groups and memorials. The District also collaborates with the College of St. Benedict, Saint John’s University and St. Cloud State University in the areas of student teaching, internships, recreation and activities involving cultural awareness and diversity. The District is fortunate to have strong community support and cooperation with our local businesses, churches, PTA, Women of Today, Lions Club, Jaycees, Chambers of Commerce, and the Albany Area Booster Club.
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Holy Family School
Holy Family School is a Christ-Centered educational program where high academics, spirituality and family values are nurtured.
In grades K-6 Holy Family offers the core curriculum of Reading, Math, Social Studies, Science and Religion, along with teachers specializing in the areas of Physical Education/Health, Art, Music and Technology. Annual test scores in Reading and Math are consistently above the state averages. Recent assessments for NWEA tests placed 66% of the Holy Family students in the High Average or High categories for Math and 71% of the students in the High Average or High categories for Reading. Students excel in technology skills through use of computers, iPads, Smartboards and other devices.
Address: Holy Family School
P.O. Box 674
160 2nd St S
Albany, MN 56307
Principal: (320) 845 - 2011 Ext. 11
hfamilysprin@albanytel.com
Secretary: (320) 845 - 2011 Ext. 10
hfamilys@albanytel.com
In grades K-6 Holy Family offers the core curriculum of Reading, Math, Social Studies, Science and Religion, along with teachers specializing in the areas of Physical Education/Health, Art, Music and Technology. Annual test scores in Reading and Math are consistently above the state averages. Recent assessments for NWEA tests placed 66% of the Holy Family students in the High Average or High categories for Math and 71% of the students in the High Average or High categories for Reading. Students excel in technology skills through use of computers, iPads, Smartboards and other devices.
Address: Holy Family School
P.O. Box 674
160 2nd St S
Albany, MN 56307
Principal: (320) 845 - 2011 Ext. 11
hfamilysprin@albanytel.com
Secretary: (320) 845 - 2011 Ext. 10
hfamilys@albanytel.com
