For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 161 students in Clarkton, MO.
The top-ranked public high schools in Clarkton, MO are Bootheel School and Clarkton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkton, MO public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Missouri public high school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average). High schools in Clarkton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public high schools.
Clarkton, MO public high school have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Missouri average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarkton High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Missouri or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high school average of 31% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clarkton, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bootheel School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3773
Gr: K-12 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Clarkton High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Hwy 162
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Clarkton, MO 63837
(573) 448-3712
Gr: 7-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clarkton, MO?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clarkton, MO include Bootheel School and Clarkton High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clarkton?
2 public high schools are located in Clarkton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkton?
Clarkton public high schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Missouri public high schools average of 31% (majority Black).
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