Summary:
The city of Clarkson, Kentucky is home to a single public elementary school, Clarkson Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 and has a total enrollment of 609 students. The school is part of the Grayson County School District, which is ranked 38 out of 159 districts in Kentucky and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Clarkson Elementary School appears to be a standout institution in the area, consistently outperforming the Grayson County and Kentucky averages on state assessments. The school's students have shown impressive proficiency in mathematics, reading, and writing, with a majority of 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders scoring proficient or better on the KSA assessments in these subjects. For example, 59% of 3rd graders, 53% of 4th graders, and 47% of 5th graders scored proficient or better in mathematics, compared to the state averages of 43%, 43%, and 41% respectively.
Despite the school's high free/reduced lunch rate of 65.35%, indicating a significant portion of economically disadvantaged students, Clarkson Elementary has maintained a strong academic performance. This suggests the school is providing effective educational programs and support systems to help its students succeed. While the school is already a standout performer, there may be opportunities for further improvement, particularly in areas where the school's performance, while still strong, is closer to the state average.
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