Clanton Intermediate School's overall state rank declined from #481 in 2021 to #558 in 2023, placing it in the top 50% of Alabama schools.
Math proficiency was 32% in 2023, higher than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 41%, lower than the state average of 47%; science proficiency was 29%, also lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly decreased from 656 students in 2021 to 644 in 2023, with minority enrollment holding steady at 39% and 79% of students eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, reflecting socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 4 through 6 with 31 teachers in 2023, resulting in a student–teacher ratio of 21:1, higher than ratios observed in some prior years.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clanton Intermediate School serves the entire district of Clanton, AL, covering approximately 700.8 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge located about 26.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clanton Intermediate School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clanton Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clanton Intermediate School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#558 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
16%
12%
Black
15%
31%
White
60%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clanton Intermediate School's ranking?
Clanton Intermediate School is ranked #558 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Clanton Intermediate School often compared to?
Clanton Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Isabella High School, Clanton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Clanton Intermediate School?
630 students attend Clanton Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Clanton Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clanton Intermediate School?
Clanton Intermediate School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clanton Intermediate School offer ?
Clanton Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clanton Intermediate School part of?
Clanton Intermediate School is part of Chilton County School District.
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