For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,348 students in Clark County, AR.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clark County, AR are Centerpoint High School, Arkadelphia High School and Gurdon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clark County, AR public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arkansas public high school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). High schools in Clark County have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public high schools.
Clark County, AR public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Arkansas average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Centerpoint High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arkansas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public high school average of 41% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clark County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centerpoint High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
755 Hwy 8 E
Amity, AR 71921
(870) 356-3612
Amity, AR 71921
(870) 356-3612
Gr: 6-12 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Arkadelphia High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 High School Road
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-7373
Arkadelphia, AR 71923
(870) 246-7373
Gr: 9-12 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #33.
Gurdon High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1 Go-devil Road
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Gurdon, AR 71743
(870) 353-5123
Gr: 7-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: n/an/a
Centerpoint Academy Of Agriculture & Skilled Trade
Charter School
755 Hwy 8 E
Amity, AR 71921
(870) 356-3612
Amity, AR 71921
(870) 356-3612
Gr: 12 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clark County, AR?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clark County, AR include Centerpoint High School, Arkadelphia High School and Gurdon High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clark County?
3 public high schools are located in Clark County.
What is the racial composition of students in Clark County?
Clark County public high schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Arkansas public high schools average of 41% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Clark County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clark County include: Arkadelphia High School vs. Gurdon High School
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