Summary:
Zip code 79226 in Clarendon, Texas, is served by the Clarendon Independent School District (Isd), which includes three small, rural schools—Clarendon Elementary (PK-5), Clarendon J H (6-8), and Clarendon High School (9-12)—with a total enrollment of 401 students and a district ranking in the 68th percentile statewide.
Clarendon High School stands out as the district’s academic leader, exceeding state proficiency averages in four of five End-of-Course exams, including a remarkable 15% advantage in U.S. History. It boasts a 97.1% graduation rate, a 0.0% dropout rate, and an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 6.5:1, which likely drives its strong outcomes despite the highest per-student spending ($16,946). In contrast, Clarendon Elementary is a math powerhouse, with 5th graders outperforming the state by 25.7 percentage points in math (73.08% vs. 47.38% state), though its reading scores are mixed. Clarendon J H is the most volatile performer, dropping from the 80th to the 47th percentile in state rankings due to a dramatic collapse in math scores—7th grade math fell to just 14.29% proficiency compared to the state’s 29.41%.
Key metrics reveal a district that invests heavily in small class sizes, with an average student-teacher ratio of 8.8:1 and per-student spending averaging $13,136. However, results are inconsistent: the high school finishes strong, but the elementary and middle schools show subject-specific weaknesses, particularly in science across all levels. The middle school’s math mystery—a sudden decline from standout to underperformer in one year—warrants district investigation, while the high school’s success suggests that intensive, individualized instruction can overcome earlier challenges. Overall, parents should expect a personalized learning environment with notable strengths in high school outcomes and elementary math, but be aware of volatility in middle school performance and a district-wide need to bolster science education.
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