For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 818 students in Alba, TX.
The top-ranked public schools in Alba, TX are Alter School, Alba-golden High School and Alba-golden Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alba, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Alba have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Alba, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alter School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1373 Cr 2377
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Gr: 6-11 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Alba-golden High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1373 Cr 2377
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Gr: 6-12 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Alba-golden Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1373 Cr 2377
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Alba, TX 75410
(903) 768-2472
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Alba, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Alba, TX include Alter School, Alba-golden High School and Alba-golden Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Alba?
3 public schools are located in Alba.
What is the racial composition of students in Alba?
Alba public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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