Joe D. Esther Elementary School serves 609 students in grades Kindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Joe D. Esther Elementary School encompasses the entire Lebanon, MO school district, covering approximately 283.5 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 10.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joe D. Esther Elementary School's student population of 609 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Joe D. Esther Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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?
609 students attend Joe D. Esther Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Joe D. Esther Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joe D. Esther Elementary School?
Joe D. Esther Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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.
School Reviews
Review Joe D. Esther Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
