For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,548 students in Clarkston, WA (there are , serving 140 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Clarkston, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, WA are Heights Elementary School, Discovery Virtual School and Charles Francis Adams High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkston, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Clarkston have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Clarkston, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heights Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1917 4th Ave
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-8180
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-8180
Grades: K-6
| 371 students
Rank: #22.
Discovery Virtual School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1294 Chestnut Street
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 769-5534
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 769-5534
Grades: K-12
| 56 students
Rank: #33.
Charles Francis Adams High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
401 Chestnut St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5591
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5591
Grades: 9-12
| 694 students
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1945 4th Ave
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5506
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5506
Grades: 7-8
| 346 students
Rank: #55.
Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1103 4th St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2553
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2553
Grades: K-6
| 336 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1432 Highland St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5531
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-5531
Grades: K-6
| 296 students
Rank: #77.
Educational Opportunity Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1284 Chestnut St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-4508
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-4508
Grades: 7-12
| 112 students
Rank: #88.
Grantham Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1253 Poplar St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2503
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2503
Grades: K-6
| 279 students
Rank: n/an/a
Educational Opportunity Center Reengagement
Alternative School
1284 Chestnut
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-4508
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-4508
Grades: 11-12
| 9 students
Rank: n/an/a
Special Services
Special Education School
1294 Chestnut St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-3309
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-3309
Grades: PK-12
| 49 students
Clarkston, Washington 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Elementary Alternative Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1253 Poplar St
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2503
Clarkston, WA 99403
(509) 758-2503
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkston, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, WA include Heights Elementary School, Discovery Virtual School and Charles Francis Adams High School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkston?
10 public schools are located in Clarkston.
What percentage of students in Clarkston go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Clarkston are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkston?
Clarkston public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clarkston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clarkston include: Grantham Elementary School vs. Highland Elementary School, Highland Elementary School vs. Grantham Elementary School, Grantham Elementary School vs. Parkway Elementary School
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