Lewis and Clark Middle vs Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 3.1 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
Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.
Jefferson City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
294 students
| Measure | Lewis and Clark Middle Jefferson City, Missouri | Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. Jefferson City, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #241 of 392 | #999 of 1,159 |
| National rank | #9011 of 15,369 | #42531 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 966 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 966 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 11.6 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| city | Jefferson City | Jefferson City |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis and Clark Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.7 vs 23.7).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 100%).
- •Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 11.6).
- •Lewis and Clark Middle is the larger school with 966 students compared with 294.
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 Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis and Clark Middle ranks higher (43.7 vs 23.7 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 Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Jefferson City and Jefferson City in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis and Clark Middle: 966. Thorpe J. Gordon Elem.: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis and Clark Middle and Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. rank in Missouri?
Lewis and Clark Middle is 241st of 392 and Thorpe J. Gordon Elem. is 999th of 1,159 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).