Best Public Schools in Malden, MO (2026)

Best Malden Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 841 students in Malden, MO.

The top-ranked public schools in Malden, MO are Malden Lower Elementary School and Malden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Malden, MO public schools have an score of 21% (versus the Missouri public school average of 40%), and score of 28% (versus the 43% statewide average). Schools in Malden have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public schools.

Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public school average of 32% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Malden, MO (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Malden Lower Elementary School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30%)
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601 Burkhart St
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-5791

Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 43%

Rank: #22.

Malden High School

(Math: 20% | Reading: 26%)
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601 Burkhart St
Malden, MO 63863
(573) 276-4546

Gr: 6-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Malden, MO?

The top-ranked public schools in Malden, MO include Malden Lower Elementary School and Malden High School.

How many public schools are located in Malden?

2 public schools are located in Malden.

What is the racial composition of students in Malden?

Malden public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Missouri public schools average of 32% (majority Black).