Lewis and Clark Middle vs New Mark Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 225 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis and Clark Middle
Jefferson City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
966 students
New Mark Middle
Kansas City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
965 students
| Measure | Lewis and Clark Middle Jefferson City, Missouri | New Mark Middle Kansas City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #241 of 392 | #41 of 392 |
| National rank | #9011 of 15,369 | #2759 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 966 | 965 |
| Enrollment | 966 | 965 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 23.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 60% |
| city | Jefferson City | Kansas City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Mark Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 43.7).
- •New Mark Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 30%).
- •New Mark Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 41%).
- •New Mark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.3% vs 54.2%).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle does better on students per teacher (11.6 vs 15.6).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle is the larger school with 966 students compared with 965.
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 Lewis and Clark Middle better than New Mark Middle?
On the Success Index (US), New Mark Middle ranks higher (72.9 vs 43.7 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 Lewis and Clark Middle and New Mark Middle?
About 225 km in a straight line, between Jefferson City and Kansas City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis and Clark Middle: 966. New Mark Middle: 965. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis and Clark Middle and New Mark Middle rank in Missouri?
Lewis and Clark Middle is 241st of 392 and New Mark Middle is 41st of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).