Clarendon High School in Clarendon, AR, serves grades 7–12 with an enrollment of 194 students and a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of 14:1, reflecting more individualized attention at this rural Arkansas high school.
The school's minority enrollment is 70%, with 100% of students eligible for free lunch in recent years, showing a significant increase from 59% eligibility in 2018, indicating notable socioeconomic changes.
Math proficiency is 5%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%, and reading proficiency ranges between 15–19%, also lower than the state average of 40%, placing Clarendon High School in the bottom 50% statewide for these parent–priority academic metrics.
Graduation rate is 80%, which is lower than the state average rate of 88%, and this rate has remained stable near 80% over the last several years, below the state standard for rural Arkansas high schools.
Clarendon High School's overall testing rank is in the bottom 50%, with a recent ranking of #947 out of Arkansas public schools, reflecting a downward trend since a peak rank of #819 in 2015.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarendon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarendon High School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarendon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarendon High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
51%
19%
White
30%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarendon High School's ranking?
Clarendon High School is ranked #947 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarendon High School?
The graduation rate of Clarendon High School is 80%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Clarendon High School?
194 students attend Clarendon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clarendon High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarendon High School?
Clarendon High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarendon High School offer ?
Clarendon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarendon High School part of?
Clarendon High School is part of Clarendon School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think that Clarendon High School is a great school as far as academics with some of the teachers. Athletics could use a little more help and the principal need help. As a former student of the school i would say that it needs plenty of help and discipline.
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