For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 807 students in 63863, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63863, MO are Malden Lower Elementary School and Malden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 63863 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 63863, MO have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best 63863, MO Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malden Lower Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Burkhart St
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-5791
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-5791
Gr: PK-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Malden High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
601 Burkhart St
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-4546
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-4546
Gr: 6-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 63863, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 63863, MO include Malden Lower Elementary School and Malden High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 63863?
2 public elementary schools are located in 63863.
What is the racial composition of students in 63863?
63863 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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