Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lewis-clark Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis-clark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewis-clark Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
242 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis-clark Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis-clark Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1753 out of 3663 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis-clark Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis-clark Elementary School is ranked #1753 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Lewis-clark Elementary School?
242 students attend Lewis-clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Lewis-clark Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis-clark Elementary School?
Lewis-clark Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis-clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis-clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lewis-clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis-clark Elementary School is part of Wood River-Hartford ESD 15 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break
March 28, 2024 (Thursday)
11:30 am Dismissal - Last Day of School
May 21, 2024 (Tuesday)
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