Serving 1,061 students in grades 6-8, Chelsea Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,061 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Chelsea Middle School's student population of 1,061 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,061 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chelsea Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#264 out of 1276 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
10%
Black
10%
32%
White
81%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Middle School's ranking?
Chelsea Middle School is ranked #264 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Chelsea Middle School often compared to?
Chelsea Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Mountain Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Middle School?
1,061 students attend Chelsea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Chelsea Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chelsea Middle School?
Chelsea Middle School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Chelsea Middle School offer ?
Chelsea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Chelsea Middle School part of?
Chelsea Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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