Serving 214 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Clarendon Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarendon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clarendon Elementary School's student population of 214 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Rankings
Clarendon Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.60, which is less 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
#905 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
57%
19%
White
26%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarendon Elementary School's ranking?
Clarendon Elementary School is ranked #905 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Clarendon Elementary School?
214 students attend Clarendon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Clarendon Elementary School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarendon Elementary School?
Clarendon Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarendon Elementary School offer ?
Clarendon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarendon Elementary School part of?
Clarendon Elementary School is part of Clarendon School District.
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