Clinton High School in Clinton, AR serves 418 students in grades 9–12 with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1, which is lower than the state average ratio of approximately 14:1.
The school's math proficiency is 30–34%, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39% and the Clinton School District average of 49%, showing a declining trend from 45% in 2019.
Reading proficiency is 51%, which is higher than the state average of 40% and district average of 47%, maintaining a relatively stable level around the 50% mark in recent years.
The graduation rate ranges from 90–94%, consistently higher than the state average of 88% and near the district rate of 92–95% over the last decade.
Enrollment has remained stable at about 416–418 students since 2020, with minority enrollment at 8%, and 100% of students eligible for free lunch under the Community Eligibility Option, showing a significant increase from 36–48% eligibility before 2016.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 390 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clinton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Clinton, AR, encompassing approximately 488.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone reaching up to 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clinton High School's student population of 390 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 65% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
390 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clinton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton High School is 0.19, 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
#361 out of 989 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2005–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
90%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
17%
9%
Showing 2006–2015. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Yellowjacket
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton High School's ranking?
Clinton High School is ranked #361 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Clinton High School often compared to?
Clinton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenbrier High School, South Side High School, Shirley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton High School?
The graduation rate of Clinton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Clinton High School?
390 students attend Clinton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Clinton High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton High School?
Clinton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Clinton High School offer ?
Clinton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton High School part of?
Clinton High School is part of Clinton School District.
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