Best Schools in Clarkston, Washington
11 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Clarkston?
Use this page to compare every school in Clarkston by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Heights Elementary
Elementary · Clarkston School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Parkway Elementary
Elementary · Clarkston School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Special Services
Other · Clarkston School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Clarkston for 2026 are Heights Elementary (7.1/10), Parkway Elementary (6.7/10), and Special Services (6.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$283,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
11
10 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$283,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.1/10 despite 46% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Clarkston schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +16.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Clarkston schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Clarkston
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heights Elementary | 7.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Parkway Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Special Services | 6.1 / 10 |
| 4 | Educational Opportunity Center | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Grantham Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Lincoln Middle School | 5.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Highland Elementary | 5.2 / 10 |
| 8 | Charles Francis Adams High School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 9 | Holy Family Catholic School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 10 | Discovery Virtual School | 3.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $67,424
- Median home value
- $283,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
10% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Clarkston compares
Washington rank
#140 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$67k
76% of Washington median
Schools in this city
10
About Schools in Clarkston, Washington
Clarkston, Washington is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Clarkston 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 Clarkston is Heights Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Clarkston is served by 1 school district: Clarkston School District. These districts collectively serve 2,548 students.
Clarkston's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,424. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.
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.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 371 students · Kindergarten–6th | 7.1 | ||
| 2 | 336 students · Kindergarten–6th | 6.7 | ||
| 3 | 279 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.6 | ||
| 4 | 296 students · Kindergarten–6th | 5.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Holy Family Catholic School
Private
118 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.1 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 346 students · 7th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 112 students · 7th–12th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 694 students · 9th–12th | 5.1 |
| 3 | 9 students · 11th–12th | — |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.1 |
| 2 | 56 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.2 |
Schools in Clarkston
Clarkston, Washington · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,424
Median Home Value
$283,800
Median Rent
$994/mo
Population
20,483
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Clarkston has a median household income of $67,424. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $283,800, with a median rent of $994/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 2
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Washington
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Clarkston, Washington
How many schools are in Clarkston, Washington?
Clarkston has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Clarkston, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Clarkston is 5.6 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 Clarkston, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Clarkston on MySchoolScout is Heights Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Clarkston, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Clarkston on MySchoolScout is Heights Elementary with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Clarkston, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Clarkston on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Middle School with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Clarkston, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Clarkston on MySchoolScout is Educational Opportunity Center with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Clarkston, Washington?
Clarkston is served by 1 school district: Clarkston School District.
What is the education level in Clarkston, Washington?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Clarkston have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Clarkston, Washington?
The median household income in Clarkston is approximately $67,424 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Clarkston, Washington?
Yes, Clarkston has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Holy Family Catholic School with a score of 5.1/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Clarkston, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Clarkston is 21.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Clarkston, Washington?
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, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.