Serving 251 students in grades Kindergarten-1, Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Attendance Zone: Lewis & Clark Elementary School serves the northern part of Godfrey, IL, covering an attendance area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge being about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Elementary School's student population of 251 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)35-39%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)35-39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
35%
16%
White
46%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Lewis & Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilson Brown Elementary School, North Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
251 students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Lewis & Clark Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1
What school district is Lewis & Clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School is part of Alton CUSD 11 School District.
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