Serving 956 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Salemwood ranks in the bottom 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 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salemwood ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Salemwood's student population of 956 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Salemwood ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salemwood is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1265 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
13%
7%
Hispanic
43%
25%
Black
22%
10%
White
18%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Salemwood's ranking?
Salemwood is ranked #1265 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Salemwood often compared to?
Salemwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Ferryway, Beebe, Forestdale by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Salemwood?
956 students attend Salemwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Salemwood students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salemwood?
Salemwood has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Salemwood offer ?
Salemwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salemwood part of?
Salemwood is part of Malden School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
re: salemwood middle school at maldenmy daughter is at 5th grade now at salemwood. she is get a very good grade. But school is too easy for her. School teachers should give the students more homework and more demand from them. They have too much free time at home. As parents we are would like kids have more homework to take home to keep them busy. hopefully school will put more pressure on kids and more demand on kids.
5 10/10/2025
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