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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

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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

Clarkdale High Graduation Broadcast Details

CHS Graduation Live Broadcast Details

A live broadcast of the Class of 2026 graduation at Clarkdale High will be available on the LCSD YouTube channel. Here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/@lauderdalecountyschooldist282/videos
Clarkdale High School Graduation Practice

CHS Graduation Preps

Graduation day is here for Clarkdale High, and some members of the Class of 2026 are sharing what they will miss most about their time at CHS. From lasting friendships to everyday moments, their voices capture what makes this milestone so meaningful. Click on the attached link to hear their comments. Congratulations!
LCSD Class of 2026 Graduation Schedules

Class of 2026 Graduation Schedules

We are proud to celebrate the Class of 2026! Mark your calendars and join us as we honor the achievements, memories, and bright futures of our graduates. Graduation dates and times for are here.
LCSD Mississippi Scholars/Tech Masters Scholarship Recipients

LCSD Mississippi Scholars/Tech Masters Scholarship Presentations

We're so proud to have some of our outstanding students to receive Miss. Scholars/Tech Masters scholarships. Thank you to the Phil Hardin Foundation for making the funds available through the EMBDC. Here's how the recipients are responding to this honor. #LCSDExcellence
Clarkdale High Student Cade Culpepper Named the MHSAA 2026 Class 2A Mr. Baseball

CHS Player Named MHSAA Class 2A Mr. Baseball!

From leading Clarkdale High baseball on the diamond to earning one of the state’s highest honors, Cade Culpepper has proven what dedication, leadership, and hard work can achieve. Named the 2026 MHSAA Class 2A Mr. Baseball, Cade is reflecting on this incredible honor and how earning it has taken a team effort.
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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