Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Clarkdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 61% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clarkdale Elementary School's student population of 483 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
483 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarkdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkdale Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#130 out of 805 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
4%
Black
10%
47%
White
85%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
100%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkdale Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkdale Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clarkdale Elementary School often compared to?
Clarkdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Lauderdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Clarkdale Elementary School?
483 students attend Clarkdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Clarkdale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkdale Elementary School?
Clarkdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clarkdale Elementary School offer ?
Clarkdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Clarkdale Elementary School part of?
Clarkdale Elementary School is part of Lauderdale Co School Dist School District.
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