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#886 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Ferryway

Elementary School · Malden

150 Cross Street, Malden, MA 02148

Enrollment

905

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#886 of 1,793

In Malden

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Malden

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Ferryway

6.3/10

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

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4.4/10

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About Ferryway

Ferryway is a public elementary school in Malden, MA, part of Malden. Ferryway serves approximately 905 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Ferryway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #886 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Ferryway show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.5 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,933
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Ferryway — Students at Ferryway score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 128 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
39.4%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
39.9%
ELA
57.9%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
23.9%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
29.1%
ELA
42.4%
2023
Math
32%
ELA
39.7%
2024
Math
35.8%
ELA
39%
2025
Math
34.7%
ELA
46.8%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Ferryway Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
51th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
71 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Location

150 Cross Street, Malden, MA 02148

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ferryway may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST ANTHONY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Everett), with a very similar rating. Another option is Forestdale (rated 5.9/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Beebe (rated 5.6/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Malden, see our Malden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Malden High Malden 0.5 mi 4.4
CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden 0.5 mi 5.3
Lafayette School Everett 0.4 mi 4.5
Malden Early Learning Center Malden 0.7 mi 5.3
Webster Extension Everett 0.8 mi 3.2
Madeline English School Everett 0.7 mi 3.0
Salemwood Malden 0.8 mi 3.9
Devens School Everett 0.9 mi 4.2
Parlin School Everett 0.9 mi 3.8
MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden 0.8 mi 5.0
Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett 1.0 mi 8.2
ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett 1.1 mi 6.2
Everett High Everett 0.9 mi 4.8
Sumner G. Whittier School Everett 1.2 mi 2.4
Adams School Everett 1.2 mi 2.9
George Keverian School Everett 1.2 mi 3.3
Forestdale Malden 1.3 mi 5.9
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden 1.2 mi 8.2
Beebe Malden 1.1 mi 5.6
Webster School Everett 1.2 mi 3.4

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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Brookside Milford, MA 6.3
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Glover Milton, MA 6.3
North Street Elementary School Grafton, MA 6.3
Carver Elementary School Carver, MA 6.2
Mary Fonseca Elementary School Fall River, MA 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ferryway

What grades does Ferryway serve?

Ferryway serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Ferryway?

Ferryway has an enrollment of approximately 905 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ferryway?

The student-teacher ratio at Ferryway is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ferryway rank in MA?

Ferryway ranks #886 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Ferryway's MySchoolScout rating?

Ferryway has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Ferryway?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ferryway has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ferryway a charter school?

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

Is Ferryway a Title I school?

No, Ferryway is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
84 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
905
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
71
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

District

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

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