For the 2025-26 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,367 students in Clarkston, MI (there are , serving 1,040 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Clarkston, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 90%). Clarkston has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, MI are Springfield Plains Elementary School, Clarkston Junior High School and Independence Elementary 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 49% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Clarkston, MI (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Springfield Plains Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8650 Holcomb Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Clarkston Junior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6595 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Gr: 7-12 | 982 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Independence Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6850 Hubbard Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Bailey Lake Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8051 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Clarkston, MI 48348
(248) 623-5300
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Clarkston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6589 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5100
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6093 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Gr: 7-12 | 1,560 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Pine Knob Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6020 Sashabaw Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3901
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3901
Gr: PK-5 | 462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #88.
Sashabaw Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5565 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4200
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4200
Gr: 4-8 | 969 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #99.
North Sashabaw Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5290 Maybee Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4100
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4100
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1010.
Renaissance Virtual School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1111.
Renaissance Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Gr: 9-12 | 140 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Clarkston Project Search
Special Education School
5701 Bow Pointe Dr
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8081
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8081
Gr: Inquire with school | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusnw
Vocational School
8211 Big Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Student Support Services
Special Education School
6389 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Gr: PK-12 | 1 student
Clarkston, Michigan ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Clarkston Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6397 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Gr: PK
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, Clarkston Junior High School and Independence Elementary School. Clarkston has one of the highest concentrations of top ranked public schools in Michigan.
How many public schools are located in Clarkston?
14 public schools are located in Clarkston.
What percentage of students in Clarkston go to public school?
86% 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (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, North Sashabaw Elementary School vs. Pine Knob Elementary School, Independence Elementary School vs. Bailey Lake Elementary School
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