Serving 139 students in grades 7-12, Clarkton High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Clarkton High School's student population of 139 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarkton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkton High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1902 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
27%
8%
Black
6%
15%
White
64%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkton High School's ranking?
Clarkton High School is ranked #1902 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Clarkton High School often compared to?
Clarkton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell High School, Holcomb High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarkton High School?
The graduation rate of Clarkton High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Clarkton High School?
139 students attend Clarkton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Clarkton High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkton High School?
Clarkton High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clarkton High School offer ?
Clarkton High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Clarkton High School part of?
Clarkton High School is part of Clarkton C-4 School District.
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