For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 67 students in Malta Bend, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Malta Bend, MO are Malta Bend Elementary School and Malta Bend High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Malta Bend, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Missouri public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Malta Bend have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Malta Bend, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Malta Bend Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Linn
Malta Bend, MO 65339
(660) 595-2371
Malta Bend, MO 65339
(660) 595-2371
Gr: PK-6 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Malta Bend High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 S Linn
Malta Bend, MO 65339
(660) 595-2371
Malta Bend, MO 65339
(660) 595-2371
Gr: 7-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Malta Bend, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Malta Bend, MO include Malta Bend Elementary School and Malta Bend High School.
How many public schools are located in Malta Bend?
2 public schools are located in Malta Bend.
What is the racial composition of students in Malta Bend?
Malta Bend public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 33% (majority Black).
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