Serving 1,894 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,894 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Malden High School's student population of 1,894 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Nedlam
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,894 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Year Founded
1857
School Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Malden High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#713 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
31%
25%
Black
21%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Malden High School's ranking?
Malden High School is ranked #713 out of 1,631 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?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 88%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Malden High School?
1,894 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, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 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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