Schools in Clinton, LA

The city of Clinton, Louisiana, is served by two public schools within the East Feliciana Parish school district: Clinton Elementary School (serving pre-kindergarten through 6th grade) and East Feliciana Middle School (serving 7th and 8th grade). Both schools serve a high-poverty population, with over 84% of students eligible for free or reduced lunch, yet they demonstrate notable strengths and challenges.

Clinton Elementary School stands out for its strong English Language Arts (ELA) performance, with an overall proficiency rate of 69% that nearly matches the state average. Its 6th grade is a particular highlight, achieving 85% proficiency in ELA and 65% in math, both exceeding district and state averages. The school has shown a promising upward trajectory, improving from a 1-star to a 2-star state ranking over three years, and benefits from a low student-teacher ratio of 11.1:1. In contrast, East Feliciana Middle School excels in preparing students for advanced coursework, with 94% of its 8th graders proficient on the high school-level English I exam, far surpassing state and district averages. It also boasts a very low chronic absenteeism rate of 9.7%, well below the state average of 22.5%.

Despite these bright spots, both schools face significant academic challenges. Social Studies is a consistent weakness, with proficiency rates of 37% at Clinton Elementary and 31% at East Feliciana Middle School, both trailing their respective district and state averages. A clear "middle school dip" is evident, as overall ELA proficiency drops from 69% at the elementary level to 55% at the middle school. Furthermore, while Clinton Elementary is on an upward trajectory, East Feliciana Middle School has remained a consistent 1-star school over the same period, and its 2.1% dropout rate, though lower than the district's, is a concern for a middle school. These contrasting trends highlight areas where district leadership can focus resources to support student success across all grade levels.