For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 101 students in Zalma, MO.
The top-ranked public preschool in Zalma, MO is Zalma Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Zalma, MO public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Missouri public pre school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in Zalma have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschool average of 37% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Zalma, MO (2026-27)
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 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Zalma, MO?
The top-ranked public preschools in Zalma, MO include Zalma Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Zalma?
1 public preschools are located in Zalma.
What is the racial composition of students in Zalma?
Zalma public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public preschools average of 37% (majority Black).
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