For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 195 students in Zalma, MO.
The top-ranked public schools in Zalma, MO are Zalma Elementary School and Zalma High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zalma, MO public schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Zalma have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Zalma, MO (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Zalma Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7013 School Street
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3136
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3136
Gr: PK-6 | 111 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Zalma High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7013 School Street
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3320
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3320
Gr: 7-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Zalma, MO?
The top-ranked public schools in Zalma, MO include Zalma Elementary School and Zalma High School.
How many public schools are located in Zalma?
2 public schools are located in Zalma.
What is the racial composition of students in Zalma?
Zalma public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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