For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 401 students in Clanton, AL.
The top-ranked public middle school in Clanton, AL is Clanton Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clanton, AL public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Alabama public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 46% statewide average). Middle schools in Clanton have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Alabama public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle school average of 46% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Clanton, AL (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Clanton, AL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Clanton, AL include Clanton Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Clanton?
2 public middle schools are located in Clanton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clanton?
Clanton public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Alabama public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black).
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