Jefferson Middle School vs Lewis and Clark Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Idaho, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle School
Caldwell · Public middle · Grades 5–6
778 students
Lewis and Clark Elementary
Caldwell · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
348 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle School Caldwell, Idaho | Lewis and Clark Elementary Caldwell, Idaho |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 106 | #305 of 352 |
| National rank | #13360 of 15,369 | #37500 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 778 | 348 |
| Enrollment | 778 | 348 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 73.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 36% |
| city | Caldwell | Caldwell |
| state | Idaho | Idaho |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.6 vs 22.3).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 24%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.9% vs 74.3%).
- •Lewis and Clark Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 17.3).
- •Jefferson Middle School is the larger school with 778 students compared with 348.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Jefferson Middle School better than Lewis and Clark Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis and Clark Elementary ranks higher (31.6 vs 22.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Jefferson Middle School and Lewis and Clark Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Caldwell and Caldwell in Idaho.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle School: 778. Lewis and Clark Elementary: 348. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle School and Lewis and Clark Elementary rank in Idaho?
Jefferson Middle School is 103rd of 106 and Lewis and Clark Elementary is 305th of 352 among middle schools in Idaho on the 2025 Success Index (US).