Best Public Schools in Clarkson, NE

The city of Clarkson, Nebraska is home to two schools: Clarkson Junior-Senior High School and Clarkson Elementary School, both part of the Clarkson Public Schools district. The data reveals that Clarkson Junior-Senior High School outperforms the state average in several key academic areas, including ACT/English Language Arts, ACT/Mathematics, and NSCAS/English Language Arts for grades 7 and 8. Additionally, the high school has a relatively low percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients at 35.34% and spends a high amount per student at $23,730, with a low student-teacher ratio of 8.9.

In contrast, Clarkson Elementary School stands out for outperforming the state average in NSCAS/Mathematics for grade 6, but has a higher percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients at 41.67%. The elementary school also spends a relatively high amount per student at $22,960 and maintains a low student-teacher ratio of 9.3. Both schools serve a predominantly white student population, with over 90% of students identifying as white at each institution.

Overall, the data suggests that the schools in Clarkson, while not the highest-performing in the state, are providing a relatively strong educational experience for their students. Clarkson Junior-Senior High School appears to be the stronger performing school, with higher test scores, lower free and reduced lunch rates, and a lower student-teacher ratio compared to the elementary school. However, the elementary school's higher percentage of free and reduced lunch recipients may indicate a greater need for additional support and resources at that level.