Serving 478 students in grades 10-12, Clarksdale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 47%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarksdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clarksdale High School's student population of 478 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Clarksdale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 805 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarksdale High School is 0.06, 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
#554 out of 805 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
97%
47%
White
2%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarksdale High School's ranking?
Clarksdale High School is ranked #554 out of 805 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Clarksdale High School often compared to?
Clarksdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booker T Washington Intern. Studies, Carl Keen Vocational by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 47% MS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarksdale High School?
The graduation rate of Clarksdale High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 89%.
How many students attend Clarksdale High School?
478 students attend Clarksdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clarksdale High School students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarksdale High School?
Clarksdale High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clarksdale High School offer ?
Clarksdale High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarksdale High School part of?
Clarksdale High School is part of Clarksdale Municipal School District.
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