Serving 983 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis And Clark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lewis And Clark Elementary School's student population of 983 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
983 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis And Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis And Clark Elementary School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1030 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)53%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)64%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
13%
19%
Black
22%
22%
White
53%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis And Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is ranked #1030 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Lewis And Clark Elementary School often compared to?
Lewis And Clark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Bowling Green Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Lewis And Clark Elementary School?
983 students attend Lewis And Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lewis And Clark Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis And Clark Elementary School?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lewis And Clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis And Clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is part of Caroline County School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis And Clark Elementary School located?
Lewis And Clark Elementary School is located in the Ladysmith Village South River neighborhood of Ruther Glen, VA.
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