Serving 476 students in grades 7-8, Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis & Clark Middle School serves the west part of Bellevue, NE, covering an area of approximately 3.2 square miles. The average drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Middle School's student population of 476 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 901 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
58%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
61%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark Middle School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is ranked #141 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lewis & Clark Middle School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Mission Middle School, Logan Fontenelle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School?
476 students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lewis & Clark Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Middle School?
Lewis & Clark Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Middle School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
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