Serving 1,009 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis And Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis & Clark Elementary serves the west part of Ruther Glen, VA, covering an area of approximately 64.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 13.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis And Clark Elementary School's student population of 1,009 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,009 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewis And Clark Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis And Clark Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#811 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
23%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.5%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis And Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is ranked #811 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lewis And Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis And Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Bowling Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lewis And Clark Elementary School?
1,009 students attend Lewis And Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Lewis And Clark Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis And Clark Elementary School?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis And Clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis And Clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is part of Caroline County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis And Clark Elementary School located?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is located in the Ladysmith Village South River neighborhood of Ruther Glen, VA.
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