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CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7000 Highway 145, Meridian, MS, 39031

Top 10% School in MISSISSIPPI

Ranked 45 of 153 in MISSISSIPPI

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About CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Clarkdale Elementary School is a public school in Meridian, Mississippi, that serves about 542 students in grades PK–6. The school has a student-teacher ratio of 13:1, which helps create an environment where students can learn at their pace and get focused academic help. The main subjects taught are reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. Students can also participate in enrichment programs in the arts, technology, and physical education, which give them a wide range of opportunities to learn and grow. Because the students come from so many different backgrounds, the school is a friendly and helpful place to be. According to U.S. News, 70% of students did well in math, and 57% did well in reading. This shows that the school is helping students do well in school. The school offers targeted interventions and opportunities and resources to cater to a variety of learning needs. Clarkdale Elementary has a structured and supportive learning environment because families and the community are involved and the district provides resources. The school has a strong academic base and is focused on helping students grow, succeed, and keep getting better, making it one of the top schools in Mississippi.

CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Contact Information

Address

7000 Highway 145, Meridian, MS, 39031

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Phone

(601) 693-4463

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 61%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 61% in Math and 57% in Reading.
40
Full-time Teachers
13 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
542
Total Students
$62136
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 45 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at CLARKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 86.9%
Asian 0.92%
Hispanic 1.11%
Black 8.86%
Two+ Races 2.21%
Native Am. 0%
White
86.9%
Asian
0.92%
Hispanic
1.11%
Black
8.86%
Two+ Races
2.21%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 542
52.58%
285 Female
47.42%
257 Male

Student Population

542 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

542 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

In late October 2025, Clarkdale Elementary was among the schools honored by Delbert Hosemann (Lieutenant Governor of Mississippi) with the “Lieutenant Governor’s Attendance Award” — for maintaining strong attendance and low chronic absenteeism rates. This reflects well on the school’s engagement with students and families, indicating a stable and committed student body.

FAQ

Q1. What can parents do to stay involved in school?

Ans. Parents can join the PTO, help out at events, or take part in activities in the classroom.

Q2. What kinds of arts or creative programs are there?

Ans. Clarkdale has music, art, and creative projects for the classroom.

Q3. Does the school put on events that bring people together?

Ans. Yes, the school has nights for families to get involved and cultural events.

Q4. How does the school get kids to read?

Ans. Reading challenges, book fairs, and going to the library on a regular basis are all ways to encourage reading.

Q5: What steps are being taken to keep people safe?

Ans. The school has set safety rules and practices for the campus.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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