Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis & Clark School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Lewis & Clark School serves the southwest part of Missoula, MT, covering an area of approximately 15.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark School's student population of 429 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
429 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
International-mindedness through inquiry.
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark School ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#56 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark School is ranked #56 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lewis & Clark School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeannette Rankin Elementary School, Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark School?
429 students attend Lewis & Clark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Lewis & Clark School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark School?
Lewis & Clark School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark School offer ?
Lewis & Clark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark School part of?
Lewis & Clark School is part of Missoula Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis & Clark School located?
Lewis & Clark School is located in the Southgate Triangle neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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