At a glance
Reported students
839
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
44
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.1:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
06–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Nebraska middle enrollment
90th percentile
Compared with 147 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
366
Lewis & Clark Middle School: 839 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
19.1:1 reported; state peer median 13.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 871
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Student–teacher ratio
- 15:1
What the reported data says about Lewis & Clark Middle School
Lewis & Clark Middle School is a public middle school serving grades 06–08 in Omaha. It is one of 112 current school records connected to Omaha Public Schools. NCES reports 839 students for 2024–25.
Among 147 middle schools in Nebraska with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 305 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 90th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.1:1, above the Nebraska median of 13.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (31.5%) and White (29.3%). English learners represent 8.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 18.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lewis & Clark Middle School
- 1How do the reported 19.1:1 student–teacher ratio and 44 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 3 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 8.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 18.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 3
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White29.3%
- Hispanic23.1%
- Black31.5%
- Asian9.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.7%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Omaha Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Bluestem Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
894 reported students
Morton Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
744 reported students
Beveridge Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
740 reported students
Davis Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
732 reported students
Buffett Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
952 reported students
Monroe Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
716 reported students
Public schools near Lewis & Clark Middle School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe Middle School Middle · Omaha Public Schools | 06–08 | 716 | 2.1 mi |
| Ops Virtual Middle School Middle · Omaha Public Schools | 06–08 | 0 | 2.2 mi |
| Westside Middle School Middle · Westside Community Schools | 07–08 | 948 | 2.4 mi |
| Norris Middle School Middle · Omaha Public Schools | 06–08 | 1,140 | 2.9 mi |
| Radius Middle School Middle · Radius Omaha | 06–08 | 0 | 3 mi |
| Morton Middle School Middle · Omaha Public Schools | 06–08 | 744 | 3.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lewis & Clark Middle School
What grades does Lewis & Clark Middle School serve?
Lewis & Clark Middle School reports grades 06–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a middle school in Omaha Public Schools.
How many students attend Lewis & Clark Middle School?
Lewis & Clark Middle School reported 839 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 90th percentile among 147 Nebraska middle schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 871 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lewis & Clark Middle School?
The calculated ratio is 19.1:1, based on 839 students and 44 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Nebraska median for the same school level is 13.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lewis & Clark Middle School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is a public school. Enrollment is generally based on Omaha Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
Which school district is Lewis & Clark Middle School in?
Lewis & Clark Middle School is part of Omaha Public Schools, based in Omaha, NE, which operates 112 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lewis & Clark Middle School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Monroe Middle School (2.1 mi), Ops Virtual Middle School (2.2 mi), Westside Middle School (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.