For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 105 students in Lesterville, MO.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Lesterville, MO are Lesterville High School and Alternative School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lesterville, MO public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Missouri public middle school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in Lesterville have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Middle Schools in Lesterville, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lesterville High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
33415 Hwy 21
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Gr: 7-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
33415 Hwy 21
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Lesterville, MO?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Lesterville, MO include Lesterville High School and Alternative School.
How many public middle schools are located in Lesterville?
2 public middle schools are located in Lesterville.
What is the racial composition of students in Lesterville?
Lesterville public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public middle schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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