Summary:
Clinton, Arkansas is home to a single high school, Clinton High School, which serves grades 9 through 12 with an enrollment of 390 students as part of the Clinton School District, a district ranked 27th out of 251 in the state.
Clinton High School is a standout performer, consistently earning a 4-star rating for three consecutive years and improving its state ranking from the 73rd percentile to the 83rd percentile. The school boasts an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.6:1, which likely contributes to its strong outcomes. Its graduation rate of 94.3% significantly exceeds the state average of 90.1%, and the dropout rate is a very low 0.7%. Notably, 100% of students are eligible for free or reduced lunch, indicating high poverty levels, yet the school achieves above-average proficiency in Biology (49.3% vs. 42.7% state) and English Language Arts (43.1% vs. 39.4% state).
A key area of focus is Geometry, where proficiency was just 7.4% in 2024-2025, far below the state average, but it surged to 28.9% in 2025-2026, beating the state average. A fascinating detail is that 76.4% of 9th graders were proficient in Geometry in 2025-2026, compared to only 16.7% of 10th graders, suggesting the school may be accelerating top math students. Overall, Clinton High School demonstrates a positive trajectory, with test scores generally improving year-over-year, making it a strong choice for families in the area.
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