For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 408 students in Clarendon, AR.
The top-ranked public schools in Clarendon, AR are Clarendon Elementary School and Clarendon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarendon, AR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arkansas public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Clarendon have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public school average of 42% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clarendon, AR (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarendon Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
115 Eason Ln
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3383
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3383
Gr: K-6 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
Clarendon High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
320 N Seventh St
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3326
Clarendon, AR 72029
(870) 747-3326
Gr: 7-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clarendon, AR?
The top-ranked public schools in Clarendon, AR include Clarendon Elementary School and Clarendon High School.
How many public schools are located in Clarendon?
2 public schools are located in Clarendon.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarendon?
Clarendon public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Arkansas public schools average of 42% (majority Black).
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