Clarkson Elementary School

310 Millerstown Street
Clarkson, KY 42726
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clarkson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 583 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 50% in KY
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Clarkson Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
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School Rankings

Clarkson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkson Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (KY)
#406 out of 1230 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
30%
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44%
42%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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2%
Hispanic
1%
8%
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Black
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11%
White
97%
74%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.06
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Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clarkson Elementary School's ranking?
Clarkson Elementary School is ranked #406 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Clarkson Elementary School often compared to?
Clarkson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like H W Wilkey Elementary School, Caneyville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Clarkson Elementary School?
583 students attend Clarkson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Clarkson Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkson Elementary School?
Clarkson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Clarkson Elementary School offer ?
Clarkson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarkson Elementary School part of?
Clarkson Elementary School is part of Grayson County School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 583 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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