Clarendon Elementary School

Clarendon Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural community of Clarendon, Arkansas. Serving kindergarten through sixth grade, the school has an enrollment of 214 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.2:1, indicating a relatively small class size that allows for individual attention. With 21 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, Clarendon Elementary focuses on providing personalized learning experiences to each child.

The academic performance at Clarendon Elementary School reflects areas where the school can continue to grow and improve; the MySchoolScout rating is 4.7 out of 10, placing it in the 34th percentile among Arkansas schools. In terms of proficiency rates, only 10% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and 12% in Math, indicating that while there's room for academic growth, the school is committed to supporting student development. Clarendon Elementary School is situated in a remote rural setting where community support plays a crucial role in the education environment.

While current test scores at Clarendon Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Clarendon Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.