For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,328 students in 35043, AL.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL are Forest Oaks Elementary School, Chelsea Park 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 54% (versus the Alabama public elementary school average of 31%), 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary school average of 50% (majority Black).
Best 35043, AL Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1000 Hornet Parkway
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7220
Gr: K-5 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Chelsea Park Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9000 Chelsea Park Trail
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-6700
Gr: K-5 | 891 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Chelsea Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2321 Highway 39
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7210
Chelsea, AL 35043
(205) 682-7210
Gr: 6-8 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
35043, Alabama Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 35043, AL include Forest Oaks Elementary School, Chelsea Park 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 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Alabama public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Black).
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