Serving 341 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lewis & Clark School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Diversity
School Overview
Lewis & Clark School's student population of 341 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark School is 0.41, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#445 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
76%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
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 #445 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lewis & Clark School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chief Joseph School, Loy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark School?
341 students attend Lewis & Clark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lewis & Clark School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are American Indian.
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-6
What school district is Lewis & Clark School part of?
Lewis & Clark School is part of Great Falls Elem School District.
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