Serving 34 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Malta Bend Elementary 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malta Bend Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 91 square miles in Malta Bend, MO. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest point in the zone located about 8.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malta Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Malta Bend Elementary School's student population of 34 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malta Bend Elementary 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 Malta Bend Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#1186 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
15%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malta Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Malta Bend Elementary School is ranked #1186 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Malta Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Malta Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilliam Elementary School, Alexander Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Malta Bend Elementary School?
34 students attend Malta Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Malta Bend Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malta Bend Elementary School?
Malta Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malta Bend Elementary School offer ?
Malta Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malta Bend Elementary School part of?
Malta Bend Elementary School is part of Malta Bend R-V School District.
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