Serving 476 students in grades 7-12, Clarkdale High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 35%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clarkdale High School's student population of 476 students has grown by 67% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarkdale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkdale High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#183 out of 805 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
4%
Black
7%
47%
White
89%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkdale High School's ranking?
Clarkdale High School is ranked #183 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clarkdale High School often compared to?
Clarkdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southeast Lauderdale High School, West Lauderdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MS state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 35% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarkdale High School?
The graduation rate of Clarkdale High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clarkdale High School?
476 students attend Clarkdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Clarkdale High School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkdale High School?
Clarkdale High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarkdale High School offer ?
Clarkdale High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Clarkdale High School part of?
Clarkdale High School is part of Lauderdale Co School Dist School District.
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