Serving 1,739 students in grades 9-12, Lewis & Clark High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,739 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis & Clark High School's student population of 1,739 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,739 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
3%
5%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark High School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark High School is ranked #408 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Lewis & Clark High School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ferris High School, Mead Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis & Clark High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis & Clark High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lewis & Clark High School?
1,739 students attend Lewis & Clark High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lewis & Clark High School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark High School?
Lewis & Clark High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark High School offer ?
Lewis & Clark High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark High School part of?
Lewis & Clark High School is part of Spokane School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis & Clark High School located?
Lewis & Clark High School is located in the Cliff And Cannon neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 2 other public schools located in Cliff And Cannon.
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