CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL

CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Clarksdale Municipal School District school district, located in CLARKSDALE, MS with about 502 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1101 Wildcat Drive in Clarksdale, Mississippi, serves as a primary educational institution for the local community within the Clarksdale Municipal School District. As the home of the "Wildcats," the school is deeply integrated into the cultural and civic life of the Mississippi Delta, striving to provide a comprehensive high school experience that prepares students for post-secondary education, vocational training, and the workforce. The school offers a standard academic curriculum alongside various extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and organizations designed to foster student engagement and personal development.

Beyond academics, CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL acts as a focal point for school spirit and community pride in a region rich in history and musical heritage. The administration and faculty work to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities of a rural Delta school district, focusing on student achievement and character building. By providing a structured environment for learning and development, the school remains a vital pillar for the youth of Clarksdale, dedicated to cultivating the next generation of local leaders and contributors to the community.

For more information, contact CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL at (662) 627-8530 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1101 Wildcat Drive
CLARKSDALE, MS 38614
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CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CLARKSDALE, MS with about 502 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Mississippi

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
502
Teachers:
30.59
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 502 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending CLARKSDALE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 99% of the student body.

Black or African American
99.0%
White
0.6%
Two or more races
0.2%
Asian
0.2%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.