Joe D. Esther Elementary School serves 645 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe D. Esther Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joe D. Esther Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
89%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Joe D. Esther Elementary School often compared to?
Joe D. Esther Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boswell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Joe D. Esther Elementary School?
645 students attend Joe D. Esther Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Joe D. Esther Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe D. Esther Elementary School?
Joe D. Esther Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joe D. Esther Elementary School offer ?
Joe D. Esther Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joe D. Esther Elementary School part of?
Joe D. Esther Elementary School is part of Lebanon R-III School District.
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