For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,858 students in Chilton County, AL (there are 1 private school, serving 214 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Chilton County, AL are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Chilton County, AL are Clanton Elementary School, Clanton Intermediate School and Jemison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chilton County, AL public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Alabama public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Chilton County have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public school average of 48% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Chilton County (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clanton Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 1,028 students
Rank: #22.
Clanton Intermediate School
Magnet 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
| 621 students
Rank: #33.
Jemison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1495 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4820
Grades: PK-3
| 740 students
Rank: #44.
Isabella High School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11338 County Road 15
Maplesville, AL 36750
(205) 280-2770
Maplesville, AL 36750
(205) 280-2770
Grades: PK-12
| 771 students
Rank: #55.
Jemison Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1491 County Road 44
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Grades: 4-6
| 492 students
Rank: #66.
Clanton Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
835 Temple Road
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2750
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2750
Grades: 7-8
| 478 students
Rank: #77.
Thorsby High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
54 Opportunity Dr
Thorsby, AL 35171
(205) 280-4880
Thorsby, AL 35171
(205) 280-4880
Grades: PK-12
| 771 students
Rank: #88.
Maplesville High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1256 Al Highway 139
Maplesville, AL 36750
(205) 280-4904
Maplesville, AL 36750
(205) 280-4904
Grades: PK-12
| 536 students
Rank: #99.
Verbena High School
Magnet School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
202 County Road 510
Verbena, AL 36091
(205) 280-2820
Verbena, AL 36091
(205) 280-2820
Grades: PK-12
| 592 students
Rank: #1010.
Chilton County High School
Magnet 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
Grades: 9-12
| 783 students
Rank: #1111.
Jemison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
25095 Us Hwy 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4840
Grades: 7-8
| 360 students
Rank: #1212.
Jemison High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
25195 Us Highway 31
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Jemison, AL 35085
(205) 280-4860
Grades: 9-12
| 686 students
Rank: n/an/a
Chilton County Alternative School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
15 1st Ave N
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2919
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2919
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
W A Lecroy Career Technical Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2829 4th Ave N
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2920
Clanton, AL 35045
(205) 280-2920
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Chilton County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Chilton County, AL?
The top ranked public schools in Chilton County, AL include Clanton Elementary School, Clanton Intermediate School and Jemison Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chilton County?
14 public schools are located in Chilton County.
What percentage of students in Chilton County go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Chilton County are educated in public schools (compared to the AL state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chilton County?
Chilton County public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public schools average of 48% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Chilton County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Chilton County include: Clanton Elementary School vs. Isabella High School, Maplesville High School vs. Isabella High School, Isabella High School vs. Clanton Elementary School
Recent Articles
What is the Connection Between Home Values and School Performance?
This article explores the relationship between school performance and home values in neighborhoods. It discusses studies showing correlations between school expenditures, ratings, and housing prices, highlighting how this connection affects families' choices and contributes to educational disparities between communities.
College Application Requirement for High School Graduation? DC Weighs Possibility
The article discusses a proposal in Washington D.C. to make college applications a requirement for high school graduation. It examines the potential benefits and drawbacks of such a policy, including its impact on graduation rates and college attendance. The piece also considers similar initiatives in other states and the debate surrounding this approach
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
