For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 4,761 students in Clatsop County, OR (there are 2 private schools, serving 96 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Clatsop County, OR are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR are Warrenton High School, Lewis & Clark Elementary School and Astoria Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clatsop County, OR public schools have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Oregon public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 44% statewide average). Schools in Clatsop County have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Oregon public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public school average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Clatsop County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Warrenton High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1700 Se Main
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3317
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3317
Gr: 9-12 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
92179 Lewis And Clark Rd
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-2032
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-2032
Gr: 3-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Astoria Senior High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 W Marine Dr
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-3911
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-3911
Gr: 9-12 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Pacific Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2000 Spruce Dr
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5161
Gr: K-5 | 557 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
The Cannon Beach Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3781 S Hemlock St
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-4463
Cannon Beach, OR 97110
(503) 436-4463
Gr: K-5 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Jewell School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
83874 Hwy 103
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 755-2451
Gr: PK-12 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #77.
Astoria Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Klaskanine Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-4331
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-4331
Gr: 6-8 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #88.
Warrenton Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1050 Se Warrior Way
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #99.
Seaside High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Gr: 9-12 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #1010.
Knappa High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Old Hwy 30
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6166
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6166
Gr: 9-12 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1111.
Seaside Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2600 Spruce Dr Ste 200
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Seaside, OR 97138
(503) 738-5586
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1212.
Hilda Lahti Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
41535 Old Hwy 30
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6162
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 458-6162
Gr: K-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #1313.
Warrenton Grade School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
820 Sw Cedar St
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3376
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-3376
Gr: K-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
3550 Franklin Ave
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6672
Astoria, OR 97103
(503) 325-6672
Gr: K-2 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: n/an/a
Warrior Academy
Alternative School
820 Sw Cedar Ave
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Warrenton, OR 97146
(503) 861-2281
Gr: 6-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 61%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR?
The top-ranked public schools in Clatsop County, OR include Warrenton High School, Lewis & Clark Elementary School and Astoria Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in Clatsop County?
15 public schools are located in Clatsop County.
What percentage of students in Clatsop County go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Clatsop County are educated in public schools (compared to the OR state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Clatsop County?
Clatsop County public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Oregon public schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Clatsop County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Clatsop County include: Seaside High School vs. Astoria Senior High School, Warrenton High School vs. Astoria Senior High School, Astoria Middle School vs. Hilda Lahti Elementary School
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