Serving 896 students in grades 6-8, Lewis And Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 896 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis And Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lewis And Clark Middle School's student population of 896 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
896 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis And Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis And Clark Middle School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1316 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
23%
15%
White
60%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis And Clark Middle School's ranking?
Lewis And Clark Middle School is ranked #1316 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
How many students attend Lewis And Clark Middle School?
896 students attend Lewis And Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Lewis And Clark Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis And Clark Middle School?
Lewis And Clark Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewis And Clark Middle School offer ?
Lewis And Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lewis And Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis And Clark Middle School is part of Jefferson City School District.
School Reviews
2 1/5/2019
Unfortunately it takes days to get a response from the teachers when you have a concern regarding your child. After several emails we finally heard from both teachers we had been trying to connect with. Disappointing since my husband is a teacher and he is quick to address a parents concern.
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