Serving 1,575 students in grades 7-12, Clarkston High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,575 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clarkston High School's student population of 1,575 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,575 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarkston High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkston High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkston High School's ranking?
Clarkston High School is ranked #566 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clarkston High School often compared to?
Clarkston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brandon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarkston High School?
The graduation rate of Clarkston High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Clarkston High School?
1,575 students attend Clarkston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Clarkston High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkston High School?
Clarkston High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarkston High School offer ?
Clarkston High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Clarkston High School part of?
Clarkston High School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
School Reviews
5 1/24/2014
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