Serving 860 students in grades 6-8, Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 860 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
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Lewis & Clark Middle School's student population of 860 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
860 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
Lewis & Clark Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 902 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
24%
21%
Black
30%
7%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
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Lewis & Clark Middle School is ranked #834 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What schools are Lewis & Clark Middle School often compared to?
Lewis & Clark Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beveridge Magnet Middle School, King Science/tech Magnet Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School?
860 students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Lewis & Clark Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Middle School?
Lewis & Clark Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Middle School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School part of?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Omaha School District.
In what neighborhood is Lewis & Clark Middle School located?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is located in the Central Omaha neighborhood of Omaha, NE. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Omaha.
School Reviews麻豆果冻传媒>5 11/15/2012Now it is an IB school so it is even more better than before.The staff is very respectful also.The staff really does care about your education.They have really good athletics.I am going to lewis and clark and it my last year here.I soo dont want to leave.5 5/9/2011The staff are very respectful to parents and students. High academic and behavioral standards are set for all students. Parent input is welcomed by staff. Great school!5 2/23/2011It;s very friendly to all visitors,students and staff.5 1/31/2011I went to Lewis and Clark in the early 70's. It was a very fun and good educational time of my life. Many good memories. Marla Hurt KaufmanReview Lewis & Clark Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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Now it is an IB school so it is even more better than before.The staff is very respectful also.The staff really does care about your education.They have really good athletics.I am going to lewis and clark and it my last year here.I soo dont want to leave.
The staff are very respectful to parents and students. High academic and behavioral standards are set for all students. Parent input is welcomed by staff. Great school!
It;s very friendly to all visitors,students and staff.
I went to Lewis and Clark in the early 70's. It was a very fun and good educational time of my life. Many good memories. Marla Hurt Kaufman
Review Lewis & Clark Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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