Best Schools in Clarkton, North Carolina
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Clarkton School of Discovery
Middle · Bladen County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$151,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$151,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Clarkton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Clarkton School of Discovery | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $49,922
- Median home value
- $151,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Clarkton compares
Median household income
$50k
74% of North Carolina median
About Schools in Clarkton, North Carolina
Clarkton, North Carolina is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Clarkton show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Clarkton is Clarkton School of Discovery with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clarkton is served by 1 school district: Bladen County Schools. These districts collectively serve 3,843 students.
Clarkton's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $49,922. The poverty rate in the area is 28.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 185 students · 5th–8th | 5.7 |
Schools in Clarkton
Clarkton, North Carolina · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$49,922
Median Home Value
$151,700
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
4,199
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
72%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
28.6%
Community Profile
Clarkton has a median household income of $49,922. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $151,700, with a median rent of $891/month. The area has a poverty rate of 28.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Clarkton, North Carolina
How many schools are in Clarkton, North Carolina?
Clarkton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clarkton, North Carolina?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clarkton is 5.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Clarkton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked school in Clarkton on MySchoolScout is Clarkton School of Discovery with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Clarkton, North Carolina?
The top-ranked middle school in Clarkton on MySchoolScout is Clarkton School of Discovery with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Clarkton, North Carolina?
Clarkton is served by 1 school district: Bladen County Schools.
What is the education level in Clarkton, North Carolina?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Clarkton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clarkton, North Carolina?
The median household income in Clarkton is approximately $49,922 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clarkton, North Carolina?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clarkton is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clarkton, North Carolina?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, North Carolina Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.