For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,207 students in Clarkston, GA (there are , serving 76 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Clarkston, GA are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, GA are Indian Creek Elementary School, Clarkston High School and Jolly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarkston, GA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Georgia public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Schools in Clarkston have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Georgia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public school average of 65% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Clarkston, GA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Indian Creek Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
724 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5702
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5702
Grades: PK-5
| 871 students
Rank: #22.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
618 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5302
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5302
Grades: 9-12
| 1,402 students
Rank: #33.
Jolly Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1070 Otello Ave
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5802
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-5802
Grades: PK-5
| 808 students
Rank: #44.
Atlanta Area School For The Deaf
Special Education School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
890 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Grades: PK-12
| 126 students
Clarkston, Georgia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Atlanta Area School For The Deaf (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
890 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Clarkston, GA 30021
(404) 298-4868
Grades: PK-12
| 173 students
Dekalb Alternative Night School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
955 North Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2876
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2876
Grades: 9-12
| 81 students
Dekalb Truancy School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
955 North Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2872
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 676-2872
Grades: 8-9
| n/a students
555 N Indian Creek Dr
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 891-3220
Clarkston, GA 30021
(678) 891-3220
Grades: 10-12
| 86 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Clarkston, GA?
The top ranked public schools in Clarkston, GA include Indian Creek Elementary School, Clarkston High School and Jolly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Clarkston?
4 public schools are located in Clarkston.
What percentage of students in Clarkston go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Clarkston are educated in public schools (compared to the GA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clarkston?
Clarkston public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Georgia public schools average of 65% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Clarkston are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clarkston include: Jolly Elementary School vs. Indian Creek Elementary School, Indian Creek Elementary School vs. Jolly Elementary School
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