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Boys Soccer District Champs
CHS Signing Day
Basketball team
Band State Championship
Football vs Enterprises
FLBA
Football players in maroon uniforms running through smoke onto the field.
Seniors Pep Rally
Hosa Fall Conference
Band Party
Graduates in caps and gowns celebrating at a ceremony with smiles and flowers.

Welcome to Clarkdale High

WE ARE CLARKDALE!

We are trying to build leaders, one student at a time.
 
Clarkdale High School offers a variety of extracurricular and educational services to over 450 students in grades 7-12. CHS is located in Meridian, Mississippi, and is operated by the Lauderdale County School District. Our mascot is a Bulldog and our school colors are maroon and white.  
 
MISSION STATEMENT
We will provide a safe environment where ALL are challenged, held accountable, guided, and nurtured.
 
VISION
Clarkdale graduates will possess the work ethic and desire to succeed in EVERY aspect of life.
 
GOALS
All of our decisions and actions are guided by the following principles:
    -Integrity
    -Trust
    -Accountability
    -Discipline
    -Selflessness
    -Commitment
Clarkdale High School

#LCSDExcellence

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At A Glance

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 97.3% Graduation Rate
  • $5 Million in Scholarships Awarded
  • 57 National Board Certified Teachers
  • 74.6% Post-Secondary Enrollment
  • 18.2 Average Composite LCSD ACT score
  • 82.9% Experienced Teachers
  • 50.9% Bachelor Degree Recipients
  • 44.9% Master Degree Recipients
  • 99.2% Pass Rate for Dual Credit Enrollment
  • 97.4% LCSD Pass Rate for Third Grade Reading Assessment
  • 68.1% score Silver & Higher on ACT WorkKeys

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News & Announcements

LCSD Work-Based Learning Advisory Council Meeting

LCSD CTE: Hiring Insights, Straight from Employers

Who better to tell us how to prepare our students than the employers who hire them? That's why industry leaders from healthcare, emergency response, electronics, education, and more are participating in the LCSD Career and Technical Education Center's Work-Based Learning Advisory Council. Click on the attached link to learn more about the group and its mission. #LCSDExcellence #BuiltforWhatsNext
First Nine Weeks Honor Roll Lists Announcement

1st Nine Weeks Honor Roll Lists: Now Available!

📚 Hard work pays off! That's why we are extremely proud to share the first nine weeks honor roll lists for our schools. Congratulations to all of our outstanding students! Keep up the #LCSDExcellence! Click on the attached link to view the lists.
U.S. Air Force Junior JROTC LCSD CTE Center Tour Graphic

Possible AFJROTC Program in the Works

Steps are being taken in hopes of launching an additional program that builds leaders, launches careers and is open to students from all four of our high schools. Discussions are underway about creating a possible Air Force Junior ROTC program at the LCSD Career and Technical Education Center. Click on the attached link to learn more about the effort.
LCSD Ranking Details

Inside LCSD’s Top 20 Ranking in Mississippi

An “A” rating for the fifth straight year and a ranking among the top 20 districts in Mississippi: these are achievements we celebrate together. To all of our students, staff, and stakeholders, thank you! Here is an explanation of why this year’s rating is particularly meaningful.
Happy Boss's Day (Lauderdale County School District Superintendent and Principals)

Happy Boss's Day!

Behind every successful school is a leader who cares. Today we celebrate the people who support our teachers, inspire our students, and strengthen our communies. Happy Boss’s Day! 🍎
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Who We Are

At Clarkdale, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment where students are challenged to grow with integrity, accountability, and commitment. Our mission is to prepare graduates with the work ethic and drive to succeed in every aspect of life.

Lauderdale County School District

#LCSDExcellence