For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,806 students in 35045, AL.
The top-ranked public schools in 35045, AL are Clanton Elementary School, Clanton Intermediate School and Clanton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 35045 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Alabama public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 35045, AL have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35045, AL Public 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 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Clanton Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
835 Temple Road
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2750
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2750
Gr: 7-8 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Chilton County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1214 7th St S
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2710
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2710
Gr: 9-12 | 833 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
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
Rank: n/an/a
W A Lecroy Career Technical Center
Vocational School
2829 4th Ave N
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2920
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2920
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 35045, AL?
The top-ranked public schools in 35045, AL include Clanton Elementary School, Clanton Intermediate School and Clanton Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 35045?
6 public schools are located in 35045.
What is the racial composition of students in 35045?
35045 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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