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#653 of 967 schools in NE
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch
Elementary School · SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS
801 2ND AVE, So Sioux City, NE 68776
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
230
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Nebraska schools
#653 of 967
In So Sioux City
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch is a public elementary school in So Sioux City, NE, part of SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS. Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch serves approximately 230 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 967 schools in NE.
Structured state assessment records for Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NE avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch — Students at Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from NE 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: 7.1/10.
How Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch Compares
See how Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
801 2ND AVE, So Sioux City, NE 68776
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hunt Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Sioux City), which scores notably higher. For more schools in So Sioux City, see our So Sioux City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL South Sioux City | 0.3 mi | 6.2 |
| COVINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| E N SWETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 1.0 mi | 3.4 |
| HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sioux City | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sioux City | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux City | 1.4 mi | — |
| CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| SOUTH SIOUX HIGH SCHOOL So Sioux City | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Irving Preschool Sioux City | 1.6 mi | — |
| SOUTH SIOUX CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL So Sioux City | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Irving Elementary School Sioux City | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Liberty Elementary School Sioux City | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Hunt Elementary School Sioux City | 2.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BOYS & GIRLS HOME FAMILY SERVICES Sioux City | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Loess Hills Elementary Sioux City | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| West High School Sioux City | 2.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Bryant Elementary School Sioux City | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| West Middle School Sioux City | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Perry Creek Elementary School Sioux City | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 68776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,686
Median Home Value
$161,100
Median Rent
$1,069/mo
Population
15,034
College Educated
15.5%
Homeownership
58.2%
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
31.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALMA ELEMENTARY AT ALMA Alma, NE | 5.5 |
| BRYANT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kearney, NE | 5.5 |
| CHRIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lincoln, NE | 5.5 |
| GOLDEN HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bellevue, NE | 5.5 |
| OVERTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Overton, NE | 5.5 |
| PADDOCK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha, NE | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch
What grades does Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch serve?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 230 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch rank in NE?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch ranks #653 of 967 schools in NE.
What is Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Elementary Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch a charter school?
No, Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch a Title I school?
No, Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch?
87.4% of students at Lewis & Clark Elementary Sch 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 230
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Dakota County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.6%
- Phone
- (402) 494-1917
Resources & Links
District
SO SIOUX CITY COMMUNITY SCHS- District Enrollment
- 3,801
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,558
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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