Serving 519 students in grades 7-8, Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 519 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Middle School's student population of 519 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
519 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 902 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
21%
Black
6%
7%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
8%
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 #220 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
519 students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lewis & Clark Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 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
What school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Bellevue Public Schools School District.
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