For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,657 students in 35045, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35045, AL are Clanton Elementary School and Clanton Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35045 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35045, AL have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35045, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clanton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Cloverleaf Dr
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2730
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2730
Grades: PK-3
| 1,013 students
Rank: #22.
Clanton Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
825 Temple Road
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2790
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2790
Grades: 4-6
| 644 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chilton County Alternative School
Alternative School
15 1st Ave N
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2919
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2919
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
35045, Alabama 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35045, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35045, AL include Clanton Elementary School and Clanton Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35045?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35045.
What is the racial composition of students in 35045?
35045 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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