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#1667 of 2,221 schools in MO
Joel E. Barber Elem.
Elementary School · LACLEDE CO. C-5
16050 HWY KK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
521
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,667 of 2,221
In Lebanon
#4 of 6
public schools
Equity
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Joel E. Barber Elem.
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About Joel E. Barber Elem.
Joel E. Barber Elem. is a public elementary school in Lebanon, MO, part of LACLEDE CO. C-5.
Joel E. Barber Elem. serves approximately 521 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Joel E.
Barber Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,667 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Joel E. Barber Elem. show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Joel E. Barber Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Joel E. Barber Elem. — Students at Joel E. Barber Elem. score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 47 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.5/10.
How Joel E. Barber Elem. Compares
See how Joel E. Barber Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
16050 HWY KK, Lebanon, MO 65536
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Joel E. Barber Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GROVESPRING ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 20.1 miles away, in nearby Grovespring), which scores notably higher. Another option is GASCONADE ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Falcon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY (rated 7.3/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Stoutland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lebanon, see our Lebanon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LEBANON SR. HIGH Lebanon | 3.8 mi | 4.2 |
| JOE D. ESTHER ELEM. Lebanon | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| MAPLECREST ELEM. Lebanon | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| LEBANON MIDDLE SCHOOL Lebanon | 5.0 mi | 7.0 |
| BOSWELL ELEM. Lebanon | 4.9 mi | 4.8 |
| EZARD ELEM. Conway | 12.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CONWAY HIGH SCHOOLS Conway | 12.8 mi | 5.3 |
| STOUTLAND ELEMENTARY Stoutland | 16.0 mi | 7.3 |
| STOUTLAND HIGH Stoutland | 16.0 mi | 5.2 |
| MEADOWLARK HILL Tunas | 16.4 mi | 3.8 |
| NIANGUA ELEM. Niangua | 19.9 mi | 4.4 |
| NIANGUA HIGH Niangua | 19.9 mi | 6.8 |
| GROVESPRING ELEM. Grovespring | 20.1 mi | 8.6 |
| GASCONADE ELEM. Falcon | 17.4 mi | 8.1 |
| JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER Camdenton | 22.5 mi | — |
| CAMDENTON MIDDLE Camdenton | 23.0 mi | 5.3 |
| DOGWOOD ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 23.1 mi | 6.8 |
| HAWTHORN ELEMENTARY Camdenton | 23.1 mi | 6.0 |
| OAK RIDGE INTERMEDIATE Camdenton | 23.2 mi | 7.7 |
| CAMDENTON HIGH Camdenton | 23.6 mi | 7.7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| CRAIG ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.1 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Springfield, MO | 5.1 |
| MCNAIR ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 5.1 |
| OAK GROVE ELEM. Poplar Bluff, MO | 5.1 |
| POTOSI ELEM. Potosi, MO | 5.1 |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton, MO | 5.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Joel E. Barber Elem.
What grades does Joel E. Barber Elem. serve?
Joel E. Barber Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Joel E. Barber Elem.?
Joel E. Barber Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 521 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Joel E. Barber Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Joel E. Barber Elem. is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Joel E. Barber Elem. rank in MO?
Joel E. Barber Elem. ranks #1,667 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Joel E. Barber Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Joel E. Barber Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Joel E. Barber Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Joel E. Barber Elem. has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Joel E. Barber Elem. a charter school?
No, Joel E. Barber Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Joel E. Barber Elem. a Title I school?
No, Joel E. Barber Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Joel E. Barber Elem.?
99.4% of students at Joel E. Barber 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 521
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Laclede County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.9%
- Phone
- (417) 532-4837
Resources & Links
District
LACLEDE CO. C-5- District Enrollment
- 521
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,804
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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