Zalma High School

7013 School Street
Zalma, MO 63787
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Zalma High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in MO)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Zalma High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:

School Overview

Zalma High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Mascot
Bulldogs

School Rankings

Zalma High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zalma High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MO)
#1387 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-29%
40%
40-49%
43%
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
≥50%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Bulldogs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zalma High School's ranking?
Zalma High School is ranked #1387 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zalma High School?
The graduation rate of Zalma High School is 50%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Zalma High School?
84 students attend Zalma High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Zalma High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zalma High School?
Zalma High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zalma High School offer ?
Zalma High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zalma High School part of?
Zalma High School is part of Zalma R-V School District.

School Reviews

5   9/23/2008
Zalma is a wonderful school. As a small school, the students get more one-on-one interaction with the teachers and are able to build stronger relationships with them. The teachers care deeply about the students and their success. The school has a reputation for its past state championships in volleyball and has an amazing choir. We have a nice big gym for being such a small school and, as in most any small community, parental involvement is high and thriving in the school district. The PTO and Booster Club, both driven by parents in the community, continue to help the school district prosper.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - codys

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education

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