Serving 92 students in grades 7-12, Zalma High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zalma High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Zalma High School's student population of 92 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
92 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zalma High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,092 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zalma High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.49. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1282 out of 2092 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
15%
White
96%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zalma High School's ranking?
Zalma High School is ranked #1282 out of 2,092 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MO state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zalma High School?
The graduation rate of Zalma High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 89%.
How many students attend Zalma High School?
92 students attend Zalma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Zalma High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zalma High School?
Zalma High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zalma High School offer ?
Zalma High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Zalma High School part of?
Zalma High School is part of Zalma R-V School District.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2008
Zalma is a wonderful school. As a small school, the students get more one-on-one interaction with the teachers and are able to build stronger relationships with them. The teachers care deeply about the students and their success. The school has a reputation for its past state championships in volleyball and has an amazing choir. We have a nice big gym for being such a small school and, as in most any small community, parental involvement is high and thriving in the school district. The PTO and Booster Club, both driven by parents in the community, continue to help the school district prosper.
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