Serving 355 students in grades 1-4, Lee Hunter Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee Hunter Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lee Hunter Elementary School's student population of 355 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate Today. Prepare for Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Lee Hunter Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee Hunter Elementary School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#964 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
27%
15%
White
62%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
6%
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 is Lee Hunter Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Hunter Elementary School is ranked #964 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Lee Hunter Elementary School often compared to?
Lee Hunter Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sikeston Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lee Hunter Elementary School?
355 students attend Lee Hunter Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lee Hunter Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lee Hunter Elementary School?
Lee Hunter Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lee Hunter Elementary School offer ?
Lee Hunter Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lee Hunter Elementary School part of?
Lee Hunter Elementary School is part of Sikeston R-6 School District.
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