For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 7,232 students in Clarkston, MI (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,280 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Clarkston, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Clarkston Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkston, MI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Michigan public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Clarkston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clarkston, MI (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #22.
Independence Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Grades: PK-5
| 439 students
Rank: #33.
Clarkston Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6595 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Grades: 7-12
| 1,034 students
Rank: #44.
Clarkston Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6589 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5100
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5100
Grades: PK-5
| 387 students
Rank: #55.
Clarkston High School
Magnet School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6093 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Grades: 7-12
| 1,575 students
Rank: #66.
Bailey Lake Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8051 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Grades: K-5
| 495 students
Rank: #77.
Sashabaw Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5565 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4200
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4200
Grades: 4-8
| 984 students
Rank: #88.
Pine Knob Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6020 Sashabaw Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3901
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3901
Grades: PK-5
| 471 students
Rank: #99.
Renaissance Virtual School
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Grades: K-12
| 881 students
Rank: #1010.
North Sashabaw Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5290 Maybee Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4100
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4100
Grades: K-5
| 294 students
Rank: #1111.
Renaissance Alternative High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Grades: 9-12
| 165 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusnw
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
8211 Big Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Student Support Services
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
6389 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
Clarkston, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clarkston Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6397 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkston, MI?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, MI include Springfield Plains Elementary School, Independence Elementary School and Clarkston Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkston?
13 public schools are located in Clarkston.
What percentage of students in Clarkston go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Clarkston are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkston?
Clarkston public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Clarkston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clarkston include: North Sashabaw Elementary School vs. Bailey Lake Elementary School, Independence Elementary School vs. Bailey Lake Elementary School, North Sashabaw Elementary School vs. Pine Knob Elementary School
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