Summary:
Clarksville, Florida, is served by a single public school, Carr Elementary & Middle School, a PK-8 institution within the Calhoun County School District that educates 205 students.
Carr Elementary & Middle School presents a mixed picture of academic performance. The school excels in specific subjects, with standout proficiency rates in 7th Grade Math (94%) and Algebra 1 (86%), both far exceeding state averages. However, this success is not consistent across all grades. A significant "5th Grade Slump" is evident, with 5th Grade Math proficiency at just 37%—a staggering 25 points below the state average—and 5th Grade Science and ELA also lagging. Math performance overall is a tale of extremes, with strong results in 3rd, 6th, and 7th grades but notable struggles in 4th and 5th grades. The school's state ranking has also declined, dropping from the 60th percentile in 2024-2025 to the 49th percentile in 2025-2026.
A critical concern is the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 46.2%, dramatically higher than the state average of 31.4%. This high absenteeism likely undermines overall performance, even as engaged students achieve elite scores. The school spends $12,779 per student, a relatively high figure for a small rural school, yet the combination of high absenteeism and volatile year-over-year test scores—influenced by its small enrollment of 205 students—creates an inconsistent learning environment. While the school can produce exceptional results in certain areas, parents should be aware of the significant challenges in 5th grade and the widespread attendance issues that affect the entire school community.
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