Forestdale vs Malden Early Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forestdale
Malden · Public elementary · Grades K–8
539 students
Malden Early Learning Center
Malden · Public other · Grades PK–PK
238 students
| Measure | Forestdale Malden, Massachusetts | Malden Early Learning Center Malden, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #638 of 1,009 | – |
| National rank | #22837 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 539 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 539 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 9.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Malden | Malden |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Malden Early Learning Center does better on students per teacher (9.9 vs 10.6).
- •Forestdale is the larger school with 539 students compared with 238.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Forestdale better than Malden Early Learning Center?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Forestdale and Malden Early Learning Center?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Malden and Malden in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forestdale: 539. Malden Early Learning Center: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forestdale and Malden Early Learning Center rank in Massachusetts?
Forestdale is 638th of 1,009 and Malden Early Learning Center is unranked among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).