Serving 70 students in grades 7-12, Lesterville High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lesterville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lesterville High School's student population of 70 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Bearcat Red and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lesterville High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lesterville High School is 0.15, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#474 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
White
92%
67%
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bearcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lesterville High School's ranking?
Lesterville High School is ranked #474 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lesterville High School?
The graduation rate of Lesterville High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Lesterville High School?
70 students attend Lesterville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Lesterville High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lesterville High School?
Lesterville High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lesterville High School offer ?
Lesterville High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lesterville High School part of?
Lesterville High School is part of Lesterville R-IV School District.
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