Serving 86 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Malden Grade School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malden Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Malden Grade School's student population of 86 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
86 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Malden Grade School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malden Grade School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1693 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
14%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
85%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malden Grade School's ranking?
Malden Grade School is ranked #1693 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Malden Grade School often compared to?
Malden Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northview Elementary School, Douglas Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Malden Grade School?
86 students attend Malden Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Malden Grade School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malden Grade School?
Malden Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Malden Grade School offer ?
Malden Grade School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Malden Grade School part of?
Malden Grade School is part of Malden CCSD 84 School District.
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