Serving 1,007 students in grades 7-12, Clarkston Junior High School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clarkston Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Clarkston, MI, covering approximately 58.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 5.9 miles.
- 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 1,007 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,007 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Clarkston Junior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkston Junior High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#249 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #249 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clarkston Junior High School often compared to?
Clarkston Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hart Middle School, Scripps Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Clarkston Junior High School?
1,007 students attend Clarkston Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Clarkston Junior High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clarkston Junior High School offer ?
Clarkston Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
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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