Best Schools in Malden, Illinois
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Malden Grade School
Elementary · Malden Ccsd 84. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$100,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Malden
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malden Grade School | 6.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $71,250
- Median home value
- $100,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Malden compares
Median household income
$71k
87% of Illinois median
About Schools in Malden, Illinois
Malden, Illinois is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Malden show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Malden is Malden Grade School with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Malden is served by 1 school district: Malden CCSD 84. These districts collectively serve 86 students.
Malden's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $71,250. The poverty rate in the area is 21.8%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 86 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.4 |
Schools in Malden
Malden, Illinois · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$71,250
Median Home Value
$100,300
Median Rent
$957/mo
Population
551
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Community Profile
Malden has a median household income of $71,250. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $100,300, with a median rent of $957/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Illinois
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Malden, Illinois
How many schools are in Malden, Illinois?
Malden has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Malden, Illinois?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Malden is 6.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Malden, Illinois?
The top-ranked school in Malden on MySchoolScout is Malden Grade School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Malden, Illinois?
The top-ranked elementary school in Malden on MySchoolScout is Malden Grade School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Malden, Illinois?
Malden is served by 1 school district: Malden Ccsd 84.
What is the education level in Malden, Illinois?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Malden have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Malden, Illinois?
The median household income in Malden is approximately $71,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Malden, Illinois?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Malden is 10.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Malden, Illinois?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Illinois Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.