Clarkdale High School

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Clarkdale High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
7000 Highway 145,  Meridian, MS
Lauderdale County School District
4.2
5.0
422 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ken Hardy
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
75%
Reading Proficiency
66%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
B-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
66%
Math Proficiency
75%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
38
Full Time Teachers
38
Teachers in First or Second Year
4.3%
College Prep
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
26
Reading
25
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
81.8%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
88.4%
State Average
0.8%
Science
68.8%
State Average
18%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
415:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
White
74.4%
Two or more races
11.6%
Black
10.2%
Hispanic
3.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Mississippi State University 73 Students
Meridian Community College 58 Students
University of Southern Mississippi 50 Students
University of Mississippi 45 Students
The University of West Alabama 20 Students
William Carey University 18 Students
Jackson State University 17 Students
Belhaven University 17 Students
East Mississippi Community College 15 Students
The University of Alabama 12 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 20 Students
Business 19 Students
Biology 11 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 8 Students
Nursing Science, Education, and Practice 7 Students
Psychology 6 Students
Small Business Management 6 Students
Marketing 5 Students
Education 5 Students
Engineering 4 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 15 Reviews
5.0 Alum
3/12/2026
This is the flagship school of Lauderdale County, MS, USA, dating back to 1934, offering the most niche comprehensive experience of any school in the greater Meridian, MS area of the Magnolia State.
5.0 Senior
8/24/2020
The staff and students you surround yourself with all so helpful and it's a wholesome environment overall
5.0 Senior
3/23/2017
I have been a student at Clarkdale for K-12. I have enjoyed every moment of it because I have a family even away from home. Clarkdale is a close-knit community that cares for one another. The community comes together in times of need and comfort. I have also received a good education, and many people in my class have received a 30+ on their ACT. I would highly recommend this school.
GreatSchools Reviews
5.0 1 Review
5.0 other
1/27/2014
Well, I've been going here since eighth grade and have enjoyed every waking second of it. Friendly teachers, students, and, most of all, faculty. The campus is beautiful and I love all the students. People who have been going to Clarkdale since they were in Kindergarten don't treat you as a stranger...

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Clarkdale High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Meridian, MS and is served by the Lauderdale County School District in Mississippi. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 422 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 75% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 66% are proficient in reading. Clarkdale High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 95%, and the average ACT score is 24. Discover additional schools in the area, like Clarkdale Middle School, Clarkdale Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Meridian has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Clarkdale High School.

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