Serving 1,013 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Clanton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clanton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Clanton Elementary School's student population of 1,013 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Clanton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clanton Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#333 out of 1275 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
14%
32%
White
64%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clanton Elementary School's ranking?
Clanton Elementary School is ranked #333 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Clanton Elementary School often compared to?
Clanton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isabella High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Clanton Elementary School?
1,013 students attend Clanton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clanton Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clanton Elementary School?
Clanton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clanton Elementary School offer ?
Clanton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clanton Elementary School part of?
Clanton Elementary School is part of Chilton County School District.
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