For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 4,761 students in Clatsop County, OR (there are 3 private schools, serving 167 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Clatsop County, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR are The Cannon Beach Academy, Warrenton High School and Astoria Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clatsop County, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Clatsop County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clatsop County (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The Cannon Beach Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3781 S Hemlock St
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-4463
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-4463
Grades: K-5
| 30 students
Rank: #22.
Warrenton High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Se Main
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3317
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3317
Grades: 9-12
| 287 students
Rank: #33.
Astoria Senior High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1001 W Marine Dr
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-3911
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-3911
Grades: 9-12
| 641 students
Rank: #44.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
92179 Lewis And Clark Rd
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-2032
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-2032
Grades: 3-5
| 381 students
Rank: #55.
Jewell School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
83874 Hwy 103
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Grades: PK-12
| 116 students
Rank: #66.
Pacific Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Spruce Dr
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Grades: K-5
| 605 students
Rank: #77.
Astoria Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Klaskanine Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-4331
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-4331
Grades: 6-8
| 419 students
Rank: #88.
Warrenton Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Se Warrior Way
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Grades: 6-8
| 242 students
Rank: #99.
Knappa High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Old Hwy 30
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6166
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6166
Grades: 9-12
| 139 students
Rank: #1010.
Seaside High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Grades: 9-12
| 462 students
Rank: #1111.
Hilda Lahti Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Old Hwy 30
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6162
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6162
Grades: K-8
| 306 students
Rank: #1212.
Seaside Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Grades: 6-8
| 360 students
Rank: #1313.
Warrenton Grade School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
820 Sw Cedar St
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3376
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3376
Grades: K-5
| 425 students
Rank: n/an/a
3550 Franklin Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6672
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6672
Grades: K-2
| 328 students
Rank: n/an/a
Warrior Academy
Alternative School
820 Sw Cedar Ave
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Grades: 6-12
| 20 students
Clatsop County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
268 Beaver St
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-2294
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-2294
Grades: K-5
| 81 students
1002 Pacific Way
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-8348
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-8348
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
785 Alameda Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6431
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6431
Grades: K
| 150 students
1250 Se 19th St
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-7186
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-7186
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Warrenton High South Jetty Campus (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1250 Se 19th St
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-7388
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-7388
Grades: 8-12
| 73 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR?
The top ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR include The Cannon Beach Academy, Warrenton High School and Astoria Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Clatsop County?
15 public schools are located in Clatsop County.
What percentage of students in Clatsop County go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Clatsop County are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clatsop County?
Clatsop County public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clatsop County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clatsop County include: Seaside High School vs. Astoria Senior High School, Warrenton High School vs. Astoria Senior High School, Astoria Middle School vs. Hilda Lahti Elementary School
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