For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 111 students in Zalma, MO.
The top ranked public elementary school 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 elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Zalma have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 32% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Zalma, MO (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Zalma Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7013 School Street
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3136
Zalma, MO 63787
(573) 722-3136
Grades: PK-6
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Zalma, MO?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Zalma, MO include Zalma Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Zalma?
1 public elementary schools are located in Zalma.
What is the racial composition of students in Zalma?
Zalma public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 32% (majority Black).
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