For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 424 students in Malden, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Malden, MO is Malden Lower Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malden, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Malden have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Malden, MO (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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Malden, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Malden, MO include Malden Lower Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Malden?
1 public preschools are located in Malden.
What is the racial composition of students in Malden?
Malden public preschools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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