Chelsea High School is a public institution located in Chelsea, Alabama, United States. It is in the Shelby County School system.
Serving 1,291 students in grades 9-12, Chelsea High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chelsea High School's student population of 1,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1879
School Calendar
School Motto
Prepared for the Journey
School Rankings
Chelsea High 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 Chelsea High School is 0.35, 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
#482 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
11%
Black
10%
32%
White
80%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 High School's ranking?
Chelsea High School is ranked #482 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Chelsea High School often compared to?
Chelsea High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Mountain High School, Pelham High School, Thompson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chelsea High School?
The graduation rate of Chelsea High School is 97%, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Chelsea High School?
1,291 students attend Chelsea High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Chelsea High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 6% 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 High School?
Chelsea High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chelsea High School offer ?
Chelsea High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chelsea High School part of?
Chelsea High School is part of Shelby County School District.
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