For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,746 students in Clarkston, MI.
The top ranked public high schools in Clarkston, MI are Clarkston Junior High School, Clarkston High School and Renaissance Virtual School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkston, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Clarkston have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public high schools.
Clarkston, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Michigan average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clarkston High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clarkston, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarkston Junior High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6595 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Grades: 7-12
| 982 students
Rank: #22.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6093 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Grades: 7-12
| 1,560 students
Rank: #33.
Renaissance Virtual School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Grades: K-12
| 63 students
Rank: #44.
Renaissance Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusnw
Vocational School
8211 Big Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Student Support Services
Special Education School
6389 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Grades: PK-12
| 1 students
Clarkston, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clarkston Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6397 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4350
Grades: PK
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Clarkston, MI?
The top ranked public high schools in Clarkston, MI include Clarkston Junior High School, Clarkston High School and Renaissance Virtual School.
How many public high schools are located in Clarkston?
6 public high schools are located in Clarkston.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkston?
Clarkston public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
Which public high schools in Clarkston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Clarkston include: Renaissance Alternative High School vs. Clarkston High School
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