Lewis and Clark Middle vs Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 4.6 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
Southwest Early Childhood Ctr
Jefferson City · Public other · Grades PK–PK
305 students
| Measure | Lewis and Clark Middle Jefferson City, Missouri | Southwest Early Childhood Ctr Jefferson City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #241 of 392 | – |
| National rank | #9011 of 15,369 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Other |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 966 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 966 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 54.8% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 30% | – |
| city | Jefferson City | Jefferson City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis and Clark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 54.8%).
- •Southwest Early Childhood Ctr does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 11.6).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle is the larger school with 966 students compared with 305.
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 Southwest Early Childhood Ctr?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lewis and Clark Middle and Southwest Early Childhood Ctr?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Jefferson City and Jefferson City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis and Clark Middle: 966. Southwest Early Childhood Ctr: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis and Clark Middle and Southwest Early Childhood Ctr rank in Missouri?
Lewis and Clark Middle is 241st of 392 and Southwest Early Childhood Ctr is unranked among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).