Charles Francis Adams High School, locally referred to as Clarkston High School or CHS, is a four-year public high school located near downtown Clarkston, Washington. The school has a population of 800-850 students in grades 9–12, with over 100 staff members.
Serving 670 students in grades 9-12, Charles Francis Adams High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles Francis Adams High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Clarkston school district, covering approximately 158.9 square miles. The area is typically a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 10.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Francis Adams High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Charles Francis Adams High School's student population of 670 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Charles Francis Adams High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Francis Adams High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#962 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83.8%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.3%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Bantam
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Francis Adams High School's ranking?
Charles Francis Adams High School is ranked #962 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Charles Francis Adams High School often compared to?
Charles Francis Adams High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Asotin Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charles Francis Adams High School?
The graduation rate of Charles Francis Adams High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend Charles Francis Adams High School?
670 students attend Charles Francis Adams High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Charles Francis Adams High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charles Francis Adams High School?
Charles Francis Adams High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Charles Francis Adams High School offer ?
Charles Francis Adams High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles Francis Adams High School part of?
Charles Francis Adams High School is part of Clarkston School District.
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