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Beebe

Elementary School · Malden

401 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148

Enrollment

901

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,149 of 1,793

In Malden

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Malden

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Beebe

5.6/10

Elementary School in Malden · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Beebe

Beebe is a public elementary school in Malden, MA, part of Malden. Beebe serves approximately 901 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Beebe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,149 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Beebe show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.8 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,933
Chronic Absenteeism20%

Beebe — Students at Beebe score 38% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
53%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
52.7%
ELA
51.6%
2019
Math
46.7%
ELA
46.9%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2021*
Math
31.1%
ELA
40%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
35.4%
2023
Math
35.8%
ELA
35%
2024
Math
43.2%
ELA
35.8%
2025
Math
41.2%
ELA
34.8%

* 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: 5.4/10.

How Beebe Compares

See how Beebe performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in MA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.4/10
Average
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

Location

401 Pleasant Street, Malden, MA 02148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beebe may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ferryway (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Everett), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lincoln (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Malden, see our Malden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden 0.7 mi 5.3
Malden High Malden 0.8 mi 4.4
Malden Early Learning Center Malden 0.9 mi 5.3
Madeline English School Everett 1.1 mi 3.0
Milton Fuller Roberts Medford 1.1 mi 5.1
Ferryway Malden 1.1 mi 6.3
Madeleine Dugger Andrews Medford 1.4 mi 6.5
John J McGlynn Elementary School Medford 1.5 mi 5.8
John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford 1.6 mi 7.1
Lincoln Melrose 1.8 mi 6.1
Adams School Everett 1.8 mi 2.9
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose 1.9 mi 5.4
Lafayette School Everett 1.5 mi 4.5
Forestdale Malden 1.6 mi 5.9
Salemwood Malden 1.5 mi 3.9
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett 1.8 mi 6.2
Devens School Everett 1.8 mi 4.2
Webster Extension Everett 1.7 mi 3.2
Sumner G. Whittier School Everett 1.9 mi 2.4
Parlin School Everett 1.9 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02148 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,298

Median Home Value

$607,500

Median Rent

$2,066/mo

Population

65,509

College Educated

44.9%

Homeownership

42.1%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

35.8

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Varnum Brook Pepperell, MA 5.6
Athol Community Elementary School Athol, MA 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beebe

What grades does Beebe serve?

Beebe serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Beebe?

Beebe has an enrollment of approximately 901 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beebe?

The student-teacher ratio at Beebe is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beebe rank in MA?

Beebe ranks #1,149 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Beebe's MySchoolScout rating?

Beebe has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Beebe?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beebe has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beebe a charter school?

No, Beebe is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beebe a Title I school?

No, Beebe is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
70 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
901
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.0%

District

Malden
District Enrollment
6,282
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,933
District Rank
#4 of 7

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