Serving 349 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 349 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (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 349 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
349 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark School is 0.43, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#419 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
74%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
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 #419 out of 722 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark School?
349 students attend Lewis & Clark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lewis & Clark School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark School?
Lewis & Clark School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Elementary School District.
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