For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 185 students in Lesterville, MO.
The top ranked public schools in Lesterville, MO are Lesterville Elementary School, 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 schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Missouri public school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Lesterville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Lesterville, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lesterville Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
33415 Hwy 21
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Grades: PK-6
| 70 students
Rank: #22.
Lesterville High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
33415 Hwy 21
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Grades: 7-12
| 77 students
Rank: #33.
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
33415 Hwy 21
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Lesterville, MO 63654
(573) 637-2201
Grades: K-12
| 38 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Lesterville, MO?
The top ranked public schools in Lesterville, MO include Lesterville Elementary School, Lesterville High School and Alternative School.
How many public schools are located in Lesterville?
3 public schools are located in Lesterville.
What is the racial composition of students in Lesterville?
Lesterville public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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