Serving 30 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Malta Bend Elementary 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% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malta Bend Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Malta Bend Elementary School's student population of 30 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Malta Bend Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malta Bend Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1759 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
93%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
19%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malta Bend Elementary School's ranking?
Malta Bend Elementary School is ranked #1759 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Malta Bend Elementary School often compared to?
Malta Bend Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilliam Elementary School, Alexander Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Malta Bend Elementary School?
30 students attend Malta Bend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Malta Bend Elementary School students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malta Bend Elementary School?
Malta Bend Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Malta Bend Elementary School offer ?
Malta Bend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Malta Bend Elementary School part of?
Malta Bend Elementary School is part of Malta Bend R-V School District.
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