Serving 253 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 58%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewis & Clark Elementary School's student population of 253 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Colors
Cardinal Red and Black
School Calendar
School Motto
In SSC, kindness is a Cardinal rule
School Rankings
Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 901 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis & Clark Elementary School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#698 out of 901 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
58%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
79%
23%
Black
2%
7%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.9%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis & Clark Elementary School's ranking?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School is ranked #698 out of 901 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 58% NE state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NE state average).
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
253 students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Lewis & Clark Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lewis & Clark Elementary School offer ?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis & Clark Elementary School part of?
Lewis & Clark Elementary School is part of So Sioux City Community Schools.
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