Malden High School is a public high school in Malden, Massachusetts. Established in 1857, the school is part of the Malden Public Schools and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.
Serving 1,890 students in grades 9-12, Malden High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Malden High's attendance zone covers the entire Malden, MA school district and encompasses approximately 5.1 square miles, with most areas being a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.4 miles, reaching up to 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malden High School's student population of 1,890 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,890 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1857
School Calendar
School Rankings
Malden High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malden High School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#790 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
23%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Nedlam
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malden High School's ranking?
Malden High School is ranked #790 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Malden High School often compared to?
Malden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malden High School?
The graduation rate of Malden High School is 84%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Malden High School?
1,890 students attend Malden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Malden High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malden High School?
Malden High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malden High School offer ?
Malden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malden High School part of?
Malden High School is part of Malden School District.
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