For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 642 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 52% (versus the Kentucky public school average of 39%), 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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public school average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clarkson, KY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkson Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
310 Millerstown Street
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-3061
Clarkson, KY 42726
(270) 242-3061
Gr: PK-5 | 642 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Kentucky public schools average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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