Clarkston High School

School Overview
Clarkston High School, located at 618 N. Indian Creek Dr. in Clarkston, Georgia, is a notable institution within the DeKalb County School District. Known for its remarkable demographic diversity, the school serves a student body that represents dozens of different countries and languages. This multicultural environment is a defining characteristic of the school, often earning it recognition as a "United Nations" of sorts, where students from various refugee and immigrant backgrounds integrate with the local community to create a unique educational experience.

Academically, Clarkston High School offers a range of programs designed to support its diverse student population, including robust English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) services and various Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes student engagement through an array of extracurricular activities, athletics, and clubs that aim to foster school spirit and personal development. By embracing its role as a central hub for a globalized community, Clarkston High works to provide an inclusive atmosphere that prioritizes both academic growth and the celebration of its students' varied cultural heritages.
1,413
Total Students
91.9
Full-Time Teachers
15.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
102.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Clarkston High School
Demographic Student Count
White84
Hispanic83
Black818
Asian395
Two or More25
American Indian4
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    818 (57.9 %)
  • Asian
    395 (28.0 %)
  • White
    84 (5.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    83 (5.9 %)
  • Two or More
    25 (1.8 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: DeKalb County
Phone: (678)676-5302
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,413
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 91.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,441
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 488
Grade 10 418
Grade 11 250
Grade 12 257

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Clarkston High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9488
Grade 10418
Grade 11250
Grade 12257
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Clarkston High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65446.3%
Male75953.7%
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