Lewis & Clark High School

1,673 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Lewis & Clark High School, located in the historic South Hill neighborhood of Spokane, Washington, is one of the oldest and most prominent public secondary institutions in the region. Housed in a landmark building that features distinct collegiate-gothic architecture, the school is known for its strong sense of tradition and community pride. It serves a diverse student body and is widely recognized for its rigorous academic environment, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs that prepare students for higher education.

Beyond its academic reputation, Lewis & Clark is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, including a highly competitive athletics program, a celebrated performing arts department, and numerous student-led clubs. The school’s central location and historic campus contribute to a unique educational atmosphere that balances a rich history with modern learning initiatives. As part of Spokane Public Schools, "LC" remains a focal point of the local community, fostering a culture that emphasizes student achievement, leadership, and school spirit.

1,673

Total Students

82.8

Full-Time Teachers

20.2

Student/Teacher Ratio

34.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lewis & Clark High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,148
Hispanic	164
Black	70
Asian	52
Two or More	210
American Indian	6
Pacific Islander	16

White
1,148 (68.9%)
Two or More
210 (12.6%)
Hispanic
164 (9.8%)
Black
70 (4.2%)
Asian
52 (3.1%)
Pacific Islander
16 (1.0%)
American Indian
6 (0.4%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	Spokane School District
Phone:	(509)354-7000
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,673
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	82.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.2
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	489
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	93

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 428

Grade 10 399

Grade 11 427

Grade 12 419