Clarendon High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in Clarendon, Arkansas, United States. CHS provides secondary education for more than 250 students in grades 7 through 12.
Serving 194 students in grades 7-12, Clarendon High 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarendon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Clarendon High School's student population of 194 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
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 0.64, which is more 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
#947 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
51%
19%
White
30%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
88%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lion
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 88%.
How many students attend Clarendon High School?
194 students attend Clarendon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Clarendon High School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarendon High School?
Clarendon High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
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 7/1/2007
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.
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