Malden High School is a public high school located in Malden, Missouri. The school serves about 425 students in grades 6 to 12. It is part of the Malden R-1 School District.
Serving 392 students in grades 6-12, Malden High 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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Malden High School's student population of 392 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Malden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malden High School is 0.52, which is more 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
#1827 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
4%
8%
Black
27%
15%
White
64%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
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What is Malden High School's ranking?
Malden High School is ranked #1827 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Malden High School often compared to?
Malden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kennett High 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 40% MO state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malden High School?
The graduation rate of Malden High School is 90%, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Malden High School?
392 students attend Malden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Malden High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malden High School?
Malden High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malden High School offer ?
Malden High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malden High School part of?
Malden High School is part of Malden R-I School District.
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