Serving 480 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
9%
Hispanic
29%
26%
Black
2%
5%
White
54%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lewis & Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Badger Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
480 students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lewis & Clark Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School is part of Richland School District.
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