For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 617 students in Clarkson, KY (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Clarkson, KY are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
The top ranked public school in Clarkson, KY is Clarkson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkson, KY public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in Clarkson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Kentucky public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clarkson, KY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarkson Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
310 Millerstown Street
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-3061
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-3061
Grades: PK-5
| 617 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkson, KY?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkson, KY include Clarkson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkson?
1 public schools are located in Clarkson.
What percentage of students in Clarkson go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Clarkson are educated in public schools (compared to the KY state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkson?
Clarkson public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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