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#1063 of 2,221 schools in MO
Top 48% in state
Malta Bend Elementary School
Elementary School · MALTA BEND R-V
P O Box 10, Malta Bend, MO 65339
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
38
Student-Teacher
6.3:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,063 of 2,221
In Malta Bend
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
MALTA BEND R-V
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Malta Bend Elementary School
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About Malta Bend Elementary School
Malta Bend Elementary School is a public elementary school in Malta Bend, MO, part of MALTA BEND R-V. Malta Bend Elementary School serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Malta Bend Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,063 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Malta Bend Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 38 students, Malta Bend Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Malta Bend Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.3:1 students to teachers, Malta Bend Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Malta Bend Elementary School — Students at Malta Bend Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Malta Bend Elementary School Compares
See how Malta Bend Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
P O Box 10, Malta Bend, MO 65339
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malta Bend Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SANTA FE ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Waverly), which scores notably higher. Another option is SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. (rated 8.1/10, 15.9 miles away, in nearby Sweet Springs), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 11.7 miles away, in nearby Alma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Malta Bend, see our Malta Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Malta Bend High School Malta Bend | 0.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WAVERLY REGIONAL YOUTH CTR. Waverly | 8.4 mi | 5.8 |
| PRAIRIE VIEW SCHOOL Marshall | 9.1 mi | — |
| SANTA FE ELEM. Waverly | 8.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MARSHALL SR. HIGH Marshall | 9.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MIAMI ELEM. Miami | 10.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BENTON ELEM. Marshall | 10.1 mi | 6.7 |
| ST PETER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Marshall | 10.1 mi | 5.9 |
| EASTWOOD ELEM. Marshall | 10.3 mi | 4.1 |
| BUEKER MIDDLE Marshall | 10.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SPAINHOWER PRIMARY SCHOOL Marshall | 10.7 mi | 6.0 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Alma | 11.7 mi | 7.1 |
| SANTA FE HIGH Alma | 12.0 mi | 8.0 |
| CARROLLTON SENIOR HIGH Carrollton | 14.0 mi | 7.1 |
| MIDDLE SCHOOL Carrollton | 14.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CARROLLTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carrollton | 14.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SWEET SPRINGS ELEM. Sweet Springs | 15.9 mi | 8.1 |
| SWEET SPRINGS HIGH Sweet Springs | 15.9 mi | 8.6 |
| BOSWORTH ELEM. Bosworth | 19.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BOSWORTH HIGH Bosworth | 19.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 65339 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,083
Median Home Value
$82,900
Population
538
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
60.8%
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| QUEEN OF THE HOLY ROSARY ACADEMY St. Louis, MO | 6.5 |
| SHAWNEE ELEM. Chilhowee, MO | 6.5 |
| TRI-COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Macon, MO | 6.5 |
| CALLAO ELEM. Callao, MO | 6.4 |
| GORDONVILLE ATTENDANCE CTR Jackson, MO | 6.6 |
| KINGDOM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY OF CALAWAY COUNTY Fulton, MO | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malta Bend Elementary School
What grades does Malta Bend Elementary School serve?
Malta Bend Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Malta Bend Elementary School?
Malta Bend Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malta Bend Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Malta Bend Elementary School is 6.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malta Bend Elementary School rank in MO?
Malta Bend Elementary School ranks #1,063 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Malta Bend Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Malta Bend Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Malta Bend Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Malta Bend Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Malta Bend Elementary School a charter school?
No, Malta Bend Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malta Bend Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Malta Bend Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Malta Bend Elementary School?
100.0% of students at Malta Bend Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 38
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Saline County
- Phone
- (660) 595-2371
Resources & Links
District
MALTA BEND R-V- District Enrollment
- 71
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,314
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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