High Schools in Clarkton C-4

The Clarkton C-4 school district in Missouri is home to a single high school, Clarkton High, which serves grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 131 students. The school faces significant academic and socioeconomic challenges, with student performance on state assessments well below the state average and a high percentage (66.41%) of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Clarkton High's academic performance is a major concern, with proficiency rates on MAP tests ranging from just 11.1% to 22.7%, compared to state averages of 30% to 42.7%. The school's statewide ranking has also declined in recent years, from 274 out of 404 high schools in 2016-2017 to 318 out of 352 in 2022-2023. Despite spending more per student ($12,060) than the state average, the school has struggled to improve student outcomes, suggesting that simply increasing funding may not be enough to address the challenges it faces.

The high percentage of economically disadvantaged students at Clarkton High is likely a significant factor in the school's struggles. The Clarkton C-4 school district as a whole is ranked 359 out of 376 districts in Missouri and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating that the district as a whole is facing significant challenges. Addressing the needs of this student population will likely require a comprehensive school improvement plan that goes beyond just increasing funding, and instead focuses on improving instructional quality, school leadership, and targeted interventions to support the unique needs of the school's students.