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#967 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 44% in state
Based on limited data
Joe D. Esther Elem.
Elementary School · LEBANON R-III
1200 CLARK ST, Lebanon, MO 65536
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on MO statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#967 of 2,221
In Lebanon
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
LEBANON R-III
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Joe D. Esther Elem.
Elementary School in Lebanon · grades Kindergarten – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Joe D. Esther Elem.
Joe D. Esther Elem. is a public elementary school in Lebanon, MO, part of LEBANON R-III. Joe D.
Esther Elem. serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-1st, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Joe D. Esther Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #967 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.8
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Joe D. Esther Elem. Compares
See how Joe D. Esther Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1200 CLARK ST, Lebanon, MO 65536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joe D. Esther Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVESPRING ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Grovespring), which scores notably higher. Another option is GASCONADE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 13.7 miles away, in nearby Falcon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Stoutland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BOSWELL ELEM. Lebanon | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| LEBANON SR. HIGH Lebanon | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| MAPLECREST ELEM. Lebanon | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LEBANON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lebanon | 3.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JOEL E. BARBER ELEM. Lebanon | 4.6 mi | 5.1 |
| STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY Stoutland | 11.7 mi | 7.3 |
| STOUTLAND HIGH Stoutland | 11.7 mi | 5.2 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon | 13.7 mi | 8.1 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway | 16.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway | 16.4 mi | 5.3 |
| GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring | 20.4 mi | 8.6 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER Camdenton | 21.5 mi | — |
| CAMDENTON MIDDLE Camdenton | 21.7 mi | 5.3 |
| HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 21.8 mi | 6.0 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 21.8 mi | 6.8 |
| OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton | 21.9 mi | 7.7 |
| RICHLAND ELEM. Richland | 18.9 mi | 7.1 |
| RICHLAND HIGH Richland | 18.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton | 22.2 mi | 7.7 |
| MEADOWLARK HILL Tunas | 19.0 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65536 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,902
Median Home Value
$159,400
Median Rent
$805/mo
Population
29,680
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CASSVILLE INTERMEDIATE Cassville, MO | 6.7 |
| CORDILL-MASON ELEM. Blue Springs, MO | 6.7 |
| KC INTERNATIONAL-WALLACE Kansas City, MO | 6.7 |
| MARVIN ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 6.7 |
| PRAIRIE DELL ELEMENTARY Union, MO | 6.7 |
| WILLIAM SOUTHERN ELEM. Independence, MO | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joe D. Esther Elem.
What grades does Joe D. Esther Elem. serve?
Joe D. Esther Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 1st.
How many students attend Joe D. Esther Elem.?
Joe D. Esther Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joe D. Esther Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Joe D. Esther Elem. is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joe D. Esther Elem. rank in MO?
Joe D. Esther Elem. ranks #967 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Joe D. Esther Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Joe D. Esther Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Joe D. Esther Elem. a charter school?
No, Joe D. Esther Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joe D. Esther Elem. a Title I school?
No, Joe D. Esther Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joe D. Esther Elem.?
68.5% of students at Joe D. Esther Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 1st
- Enrollment
- 645
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Laclede County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (417) 657-6200
Resources & Links
District
LEBANON R-III- District Enrollment
- 4,432
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,731
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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