For the 2026 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 35% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clanton Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1000 Cloverleaf Dr
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2730
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2730
Gr: PK-3 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Clanton Intermediate School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
825 Temple Road
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2790
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2790
Gr: 4-6 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
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
Gr: 6-12
35045, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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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