Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis & Clark Middle School serves the southeast part of Yakima, WA, covering an area of approximately 7.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Middle School's student population of 815 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
815 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1967
School Calendar
School Motto
Dressed for Success
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Middle School is 0.19, 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
#1963 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
90%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, White, Grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark Middle School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is ranked #1963 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School?
815 students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lewis & Clark Middle School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Middle School?
Lewis & Clark Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Middle School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Yakima School District.
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