Very Good
#365 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 16% in state
Lee Hunter Elem.
Elementary School · SIKESTON R-6
315 BAKER STREET, Sikeston, MO 63801
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 4th
Enrollment
355
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
1st – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#365 of 2,221
In Sikeston
#3 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
SIKESTON R-6
Equity
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Lee Hunter Elem.
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About Lee Hunter Elem.
Lee Hunter Elem. is a public elementary school in Sikeston, MO, part of SIKESTON R-6. Lee Hunter Elem. serves approximately 355 students, and covers grades 1st-4th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Hunter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Lee Hunter Elem. show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lee Hunter Elem. — Students at Lee Hunter Elem. score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 8.8/10.
How Lee Hunter Elem. Compares
See how Lee Hunter 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
315 BAKER STREET, Sikeston, MO 63801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Hunter Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Oran), with a very similar rating. Another option is SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. (rated 7.9/10, 7.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WING ELEM. (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sikeston, see our Sikeston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Sikeston | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| SIKESTON HOPE CTR. Sikeston | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SIKESTON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| SIKESTON KINDERGARTEN CTR. Sikeston | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SIKESTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sikeston | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| SIKESTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Sikeston | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WING ELEM. Sikeston | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| SOUTHEAST MISSOURI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sikeston | 1.9 mi | — |
| NEW DAWN SCHOOL Sikeston | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEM. Sikeston | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL ELEM. Sikeston | 7.0 mi | 7.9 |
| SCOTT CO. CENTRAL HIGH Sikeston | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| MATTHEWS ELEMENTARY Matthews | 8.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ANCHOR ACADEMY Vanduser | 9.1 mi | — |
| SCOTT CO. ELEM. Benton | 13.1 mi | 5.1 |
| THOMAS W. KELLY HIGH Benton | 13.1 mi | 6.7 |
| SCOTT CO. MIDDLE Benton | 13.1 mi | 7.0 |
| ORAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oran | 14.6 mi | 8.0 |
| ORAN HIGH SCHOOL Oran | 14.6 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,945
Median Home Value
$149,600
Median Rent
$826/mo
Population
22,121
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
16.5 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HORACE MANN ELEM. Sedalia, MO | 7.9 |
| MASON RIDGE ELEM. Town & Country, MO | 7.9 |
| MCGREGOR ELEM. Springfield, MO | 7.9 |
| PHEASANT POINT ELEM. O'Fallon, MO | 7.9 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO | 7.9 |
| SOUTHVIEW ELEM. Kearney, MO | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Hunter Elem.
What grades does Lee Hunter Elem. serve?
Lee Hunter Elem. serves students in grades 1st through 4th.
How many students attend Lee Hunter Elem.?
Lee Hunter Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 355 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Hunter Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Hunter Elem. is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Hunter Elem. rank in MO?
Lee Hunter Elem. ranks #365 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lee Hunter Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Hunter Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Lee Hunter Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Hunter Elem. has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lee Hunter Elem. a charter school?
No, Lee Hunter Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Hunter Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lee Hunter Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Hunter Elem.?
99.7% of students at Lee Hunter 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
- 1st – 4th
- Enrollment
- 355
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Scott County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.5%
- Phone
- (573) 472-2200
Resources & Links
District
SIKESTON R-6- District Enrollment
- 3,225
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,901
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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