P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School serves 278 students in grades 6-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School's student population of 278 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
The diversity score of P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
54%
30%
Black
32%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What schools are P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School often compared to?
How many students attend P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School?
278 students attend P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School?
P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School offer ?
P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School part of?
P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School is part of New York City Special Schools - District 75.
In what neighborhood is P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School located?
P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School is located in the Westchester Square neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Westchester Square.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025The support given to us by the two assistant principals has really added to our ability to understand and teach our students. Their guidance and patience is greatly appreciated.Review P.s. 12 Lewis And Clark School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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The support given to us by the two assistant principals has really added to our ability to understand and teach our students. Their guidance and patience is greatly appreciated.
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