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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

Events Calendar

LCSD Excellence Newsletter: First 2024/25 Edition Now Available!

The new year is off to a fabulous start, and the first edition of the 2024/25 newsletter is now available to prove it! Filled with details about upcoming events and golden opportunities, it's a great way to stay in the loop. Click on the attached link to view the publication, and learn about the many strides that are being made.

LCSD Combined Holiday Choral Showcase

Here's some news that's sure to hit all the right notes! The holidays are coming early for our students. The first-ever LCSD Combined Chorus Holiday Showcase will be held at the MAEX in Meridian in December. The chorus is open to all LCSD high school students, and the first practice will be held on September 18. Click on the attached link to learn more about this exciting endeavor. We look forward to having students from each high school join in the fun!

Facts & Numbers

  • A District's Grade Rating
  • 86.4% 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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