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Lewis and Clark Elem.

Elementary School · LIBERTY 53

1407 NASHUA RD, Liberty, MO 64068

Enrollment

539

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,381 of 2,221

In Liberty

#7 of 14

public schools

In district

#9 of 17

LIBERTY 53

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Lewis and Clark Elem.

5.8/10

Elementary School in Liberty · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lewis and Clark Elem.

Lewis and Clark Elem. is a public elementary school in Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Lewis and Clark Elem. serves approximately 539 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis and Clark Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,381 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Lewis and Clark Elem. show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency64.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency58.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg+16.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.5 pts
Overall Proficiency62% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism15%

Lewis and Clark Elem. — Students at Lewis and Clark Elem. score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 66.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
74%
ELA
68%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
64.7%
ELA
63%
2025
Math
64.2%
ELA
58.8%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Lewis and Clark Elem. Compares

See how Lewis and Clark Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in MO
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1407 NASHUA RD, Liberty, MO 64068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewis and Clark Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores notably higher. Another option is WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty 0.6 mi 7.7
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.4 mi 7.3
LIBERTY HIGH Liberty 1.6 mi 7.3
LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty 1.6 mi 4.9
SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.3 mi 7.1
RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty 1.7 mi 4.9
EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty 1.8 mi 3.5
FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty 1.8 mi 7.7
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City 2.2 mi
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty 2.6 mi 5.5
MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty 2.5 mi 5.8
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City 2.3 mi 5.2
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 2.7 mi 5.4
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 2.8 mi 8.4
SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty 2.9 mi 7.3
LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty 2.7 mi 5.3
KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City 3.0 mi 6.2
RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 3.1 mi 7.9
NORTHWEST REG. YOUTH CTR. Kansas City 4.4 mi
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City 5.7 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,425

Median Home Value

$268,200

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

37,466

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewis and Clark Elem.

What grades does Lewis and Clark Elem. serve?

Lewis and Clark Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lewis and Clark Elem.?

Lewis and Clark Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 539 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis and Clark Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewis and Clark Elem. is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewis and Clark Elem. rank in MO?

Lewis and Clark Elem. ranks #1,381 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Lewis and Clark Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Lewis and Clark Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 and Clark Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis and Clark Elem. has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lewis and Clark Elem. a charter school?

No, Lewis and Clark Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lewis and Clark Elem. a Title I school?

No, Lewis and Clark Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis and Clark Elem.?

19.1% of students at Lewis and Clark Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
539
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.0%

District

LIBERTY 53
District Enrollment
12,154
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#9 of 17

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