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Best 48346 Michigan Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 4,889 students in 48346, MI (there are 2 private schools, serving 310 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 48346, MI are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 48346, MI are Clarkston Junior High School, Clarkston Elementary School and Clarkston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 48346 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Michigan public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 48346, MI have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Michigan public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public school average of 37% (majority Black).

Best 48346, MI Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarkston Junior High School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
6595 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5600
Gr: 7-12 | 1,007 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Clarkston Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6589 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Clarkston High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6093 Flemings Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3600
Gr: 7-12 | 1,552 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #44.
Pine Knob Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6020 Sashabaw Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-3901
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Sashabaw Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5565 Pine Knob Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4200
Gr: 5-8 | 933 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #66.
North Sashabaw Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5290 Maybee Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-4100
Gr: K-5 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Renaissance Virtual School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-5440
Gr: K-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #88.
Renaissance Alternative High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
6558 Waldon Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8060
Gr: 9-12 | 116 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Clarkston Project Search
Special Education School
50 N Perry St
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8081
Gr: Inquire with school | 2 students
Rank: n/an/a
Oakland Schools Technical Campusnw
Vocational School
8211 Big Lake Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 922-5800
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Student Support Services
Special Education School
6389 Clarkston Rd
Clarkston, MI 48346
(248) 623-8080
Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 48346, MI?
The top-ranked public schools in 48346, MI include Clarkston Junior High School, Clarkston Elementary School and Clarkston High School.
How many public schools are located in 48346?
11 public schools are located in 48346.
What percentage of students in 48346 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 48346 are educated in public schools (compared to the MI state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 48346?
48346 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public schools average of 37% (majority Black).

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