Serving 84 students in grades 7-12, Zalma High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). 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
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
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)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Zalma High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,084 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#619 out of 2084 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zalma High School's ranking?
Zalma High School is ranked #619 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% 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 80%, 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.
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