Serving 383 students in grades 6-12, Malden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malden High's attendance zone covers the entire Malden school district, encompassing approximately 41.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malden High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malden High School is 0.55, which is more 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
#1827 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
28%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and White
School Mascot
Green Wave
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malden High School's ranking?
Malden High School is ranked #1827 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Malden High School often compared to?
Malden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malden High School?
The graduation rate of Malden High School is 90%, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Malden High School?
383 students attend Malden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Malden High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malden High School?
Malden High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malden High School offer ?
Malden High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malden High School part of?
Malden High School is part of Malden R-I School District.
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