Clinton Elementary School in Clinton, AR serves 568 students from prekindergarten through 5th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 14:1, which is lower than the recent district ratio of 16 to 1.
Math proficiency is 59%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Clinton School District average of 49%.
Reading proficiency is 41%, which is approximately equal to the state average of 40% but lower than the district average of 47%, showing a decline from 66% in 2017 to 41% in 2022.
Science proficiency is 44%, higher than the state average of 36% and slightly above the district average of 43%.
Enrollment has slightly decreased from 613 students in 2023 to 568 currently, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch reached 100% in recent years, indicating a significant increase in socioeconomic need.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: COWSERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Clinton, AR, covering approximately 488.3 square miles. Families may typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton Elementary School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton Elementary School is 0.20, which is less 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
#248 out of 989 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
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)
14%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Elementary School's ranking?
Clinton Elementary School is ranked #248 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arkansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Clinton Elementary School?
553 students attend Clinton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Clinton Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton Elementary School?
Clinton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton Elementary School offer ?
Clinton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton Elementary School part of?
Clinton Elementary School is part of Clinton School District.
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