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Lewis-clark Elem School
Elementary School · Wood River-Hartford ESD 15
501 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
235
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#2,120 of 3,813
In Wood River
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
Wood River-Hartford ESD 15
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Lewis-clark Elem School
Elementary School in Wood River · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lewis-clark Elem School
Lewis-clark Elem School is a public elementary school in Wood River, IL, part of Wood River-Hartford ESD 15. Lewis-clark Elem School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis-clark Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,120 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Lewis-clark Elem School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- IL avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Lewis-clark Elem School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Lewis-clark Elem School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lewis-clark Elem School — Students at Lewis-clark Elem School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.
How Lewis-clark Elem School Compares
See how Lewis-clark Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 E Lorena Ave, Wood River, IL 62095
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lewis-clark Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Parkside Primary School (rated 6.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Bethalto), with a very similar rating. Another option is Central Intermediate School (rated 5.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Roxana), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Bethalto), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wood River, see our Wood River schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis-Clark Jr High School Wood River | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| East Alton-Wood River High Sch Wood River | 0.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Intermediate School Roxana | 0.8 mi | 5.4 |
| WILLIAM M BEDELL AREA RESOURCE CENTER Wood River | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Roxana Junior High School Roxana | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Roxana Sr High School Roxana | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Eastwood Elem School East Alton | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| East Alton Middle School East Alton | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Washington Elem School East Alton | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Hartford Elem School Hartford | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| South Primary School South Roxana | 2.9 mi | 3.7 |
| Civic Memorial High School Bethalto | 3.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Wilbur Trimpe Middle School Bethalto | 3.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Bethalto East Primary School Bethalto | 3.8 mi | 4.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Bethalto | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL Bethalto | 4.3 mi | 5.4 |
| MISSISSIPPI VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Alton | 4.3 mi | 6.6 |
| East Elementary School Alton | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Parkside Primary School Bethalto | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Alton Middle School Alton | 4.6 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 62095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,641
Median Home Value
$106,700
Median Rent
$919/mo
Population
10,780
College Educated
16.4%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bismarck-Henning Elem School Bismarck, IL | 6.0 |
| Carter Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Columbus Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dubois Elem School Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Dvorak Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago, IL | 6.0 |
| Edison Elem School Stickney, IL | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lewis-clark Elem School
What grades does Lewis-clark Elem School serve?
Lewis-clark Elem School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lewis-clark Elem School?
Lewis-clark Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis-clark Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lewis-clark Elem School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lewis-clark Elem School rank in IL?
Lewis-clark Elem School ranks #2,120 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Lewis-clark Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lewis-clark Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lewis-clark Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis-clark Elem School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lewis-clark Elem School a charter school?
No, Lewis-clark Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lewis-clark Elem School a Title I school?
No, Lewis-clark Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis-clark Elem School?
78.7% of students at Lewis-clark Elem School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 235
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Madison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (618) 254-4354
Resources & Links
District
Wood River-Hartford ESD 15- District Enrollment
- 570
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,522
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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