Serving 857 students in grades 6-8, Chelsea Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 857 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chelsea Middle School's student population of 857 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
857 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Chelsea Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea Middle School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 1285 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
12%
32%
White
77%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea Middle School's ranking?
Chelsea Middle School is ranked #165 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Chelsea Middle School?
857 students attend Chelsea Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chelsea Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chelsea Middle School?
Chelsea Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chelsea Middle School offer ?
Chelsea Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelsea Middle School part of?
Chelsea Middle School is part of Shelby County School District.
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