Serving 1,107 students in grades 7-12, Clarkston Junior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkston Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Clarkston Junior High School's student population of 1,107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
1,107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clarkston Junior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkston Junior High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#118 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkston Junior High School's ranking?
Clarkston Junior High School is ranked #118 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clarkston Junior High School often compared to?
Clarkston Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Middle School, Hart Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Clarkston Junior High School?
1,107 students attend Clarkston Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clarkston Junior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clarkston Junior High School?
Clarkston Junior High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarkston Junior High School offer ?
Clarkston Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Clarkston Junior High School part of?
Clarkston Junior High School is part of Clarkston Community School District.
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