Lewis and Clark Middle vs South Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis and Clark Middle
Jefferson City ยท Public middle ยท Grades 6โ8
966 students
South Elem.
Jefferson City ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ5
302 students
| Measure | Lewis and Clark Middle Jefferson City, Missouri | South Elem. Jefferson City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 392 | #895 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #9011 of 15,369 | #35816 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6โ8 | Grades Kโ5 |
| Students | 966 | 302 |
| Enrollment | 966 | 302 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 11.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 37% |
| city | Jefferson City | Jefferson City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขLewis and Clark Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 34.2).
- โขSouth Elem. does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- โขSouth Elem. does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- โขLewis and Clark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 100%).
- โขLewis and Clark Middle is the larger school with 966 students compared with 302.
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 South Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis and Clark Middle ranks higher (43.7 vs 34.2 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 South Elem.?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Jefferson City and Jefferson City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis and Clark Middle: 966. South Elem.: 302. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis and Clark Middle and South Elem. rank in Missouri?
Lewis and Clark Middle is 241st of 392 and South Elem. is 895th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).