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4 schools in Chelsea

Alabama · Public K-12

Parents in Chelsea have 4 public K-12 options when picking a school, with combined enrollment near 3,563 students (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Chelsea

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
3,563
-294 (-8%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
76%
was 83%
% Hispanic
8%
was 4%
% Black
12%
was 9%
% Asian
2%
was 2%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Chelsea High SchoolHigh09-121,235
Chelsea Middle SchoolMiddle06-08831
Chelsea Park Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-05891
Forest Oaks Elementary SchoolElementaryKG-05606

About Chelsea

Across Chelsea, Alabama, 4 public schools educates about 3,563 students between them.

On the level-by-level breakdown, the city is built around 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Schools in Chelsea average about 891 students each, 64% meaningfully above the Alabama norm.

Trend over the past 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment shrank 8%: 3,857 students in SY 2017-18 versus 3,563 in SY 2024-25. On the demographic side, White enrollment moved from 83% to 76% over the same window.

On this page, the community for Chelsea discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many K-12 schools are in Chelsea, Alabama?
There are 4 public K-12 schools in Chelsea, with a combined enrollment of about 3,563.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Chelsea?
Chelsea has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Chelsea?
Chelsea High School is the largest public school in Chelsea by enrollment, with approximately 1,235 students.
What school districts serve Chelsea?
Chelsea public schools are operated by Shelby County.
What grade levels do public schools in Chelsea cover?
Public schools in Chelsea serve students from kindergarten through grade 12.