For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,390 students in 35043, AL.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL are Chelsea Park Elementary School, Forest Oaks Elementary School and Chelsea Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 35043 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Elementary schools in 35043, AL have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Alabama public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 49% (majority Black).
Best 35043, AL Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chelsea Park Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9000 Chelsea Park Trail
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 890 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Hornet Parkway
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Grades: K-5
| 643 students
Rank: #33.
Chelsea Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2321 Highway 39
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7210
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7210
Grades: 6-8
| 857 students
35043, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2315 Highway 39
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Grades: 4-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL include Chelsea Park Elementary School, Forest Oaks Elementary School and Chelsea Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 35043?
3 public elementary schools are located in 35043.
What is the racial composition of students in 35043?
35043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Black).
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