Below Average
#1532 of 1,793 schools in MA
Malden High
High School · Malden
77 Salem Street, Malden, MA 02148
Enrollment
1,894
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,894
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,532 of 1,793
In Malden
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Malden
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Malden High
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About Malden High
Malden High is a public high school in Malden, MA, part of Malden. Malden High serves approximately 1,894 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Malden High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,532 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Malden High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Malden High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Malden High — Students at Malden High score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.3/10.
How Malden High Compares
See how Malden High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
77 Salem Street, Malden, MA 02148
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Malden High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Everett High (rated 4.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Everett), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Malden, see our Malden schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHEVERUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Malden | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Malden Early Learning Center Malden | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ferryway Malden | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Lafayette School Everett | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Madeline English School Everett | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Salemwood Malden | 0.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Beebe Malden | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Forestdale Malden | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Webster Extension Everett | 1.3 mi | 3.2 |
| Devens School Everett | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Parlin School Everett | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ST ANTHONY SCHOOL Everett | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science Everett | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Adams School Everett | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Everett High Everett | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| Lincoln Melrose | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| ST MARY'S SCHOOL Melrose | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnstable High Hyannis, MA | 4.4 |
| North High Worcester, MA | 4.4 |
| Framingham High School Framingham, MA | 4.6 |
| Classical High Lynn, MA | 4.2 |
| Revere High Revere, MA | 4.2 |
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica, MA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Malden High
What grades does Malden High serve?
Malden High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Malden High?
Malden High has an enrollment of approximately 1,894 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Malden High?
The student-teacher ratio at Malden High is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Malden High rank in MA?
Malden High ranks #1,532 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Malden High's MySchoolScout rating?
Malden High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Malden High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Malden High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Malden High a charter school?
No, Malden High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Malden High a Title I school?
No, Malden High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,894
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 118
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.3%
- Phone
- (781) 397-6000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 80.0%
Resources & Links
District
Malden- District Enrollment
- 6,282
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,933
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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