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 (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarendon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 403.6 square miles around Clarendon, AR. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 14.9 miles, and the furthest edge reaching up to 28.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clarendon High School's student population of 193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#947 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
51%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
15%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
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 89.9%.
How many students attend Clarendon High School?
193 students attend Clarendon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clarendon High School students are Black, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarendon High School?
Clarendon High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
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.
Review Clarendon High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
