For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,223 students in Clarkesville, GA (there are 1 private school, serving 607 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in Clarkesville, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Clarkesville, GA are Clarkesville Elementary School, Woodville Elementary School and North Habersham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkesville, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Georgia public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Clarkesville have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public school average of 64% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clarkesville, GA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarkesville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6539 Highway 115
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2442
Grades: PK-5
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Woodville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
911 Historic Old Highway 441
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-4225
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #33.
North Habersham Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1500 Wall Bridge Rd
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Clarkesville, GA 30523
(706) 754-2915
Grades: 6-8
| 557 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkesville, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkesville, GA include Clarkesville Elementary School, Woodville Elementary School and North Habersham Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkesville?
3 public schools are located in Clarkesville.
What percentage of students in Clarkesville go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in Clarkesville are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkesville?
Clarkesville public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Georgia public schools average of 64% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Clarkesville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clarkesville include: Woodville Elementary School vs. Clarkesville Elementary School, Clarkesville Elementary School vs. Woodville Elementary School
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