Jefferson Elementary vs Lewis & Clark Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Washington, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
418 students
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
Richland · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
471 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Richland, Washington | Lewis & Clark Elementary School Richland, Washington |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #632 of 1,154 | #450 of 1,154 |
| National rank | #21588 of 50,301 | #15923 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 418 | 471 |
| Enrollment | 418 | 471 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.2% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| city | Richland | Richland |
| state | Washington | Washington |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis & Clark Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.3 vs 55.1).
- •Lewis & Clark Elementary School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Lewis & Clark Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 55%).
- •Lewis & Clark Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.5% vs 61.2%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.2).
- •Lewis & Clark Elementary School is the larger school with 471 students compared with 418.
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 Elementary better than Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis & Clark Elementary School ranks higher (63.3 vs 55.1 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 Elementary and Lewis & Clark Elementary School?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Richland and Richland in Washington.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 418. Lewis & Clark Elementary School: 471. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Lewis & Clark Elementary School rank in Washington?
Jefferson Elementary is 632nd of 1,154 and Lewis & Clark Elementary School is 450th of 1,154 among elementary schools in Washington on the 2025 Success Index (US).