Forestdale vs Malden High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Massachusetts, United States, 1.7 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 High
Malden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,890 students
| Measure | Forestdale Malden, Massachusetts | Malden High Malden, Massachusetts |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #638 of 1,009 | #210 of 300 |
| National rank | #22837 of 50,301 | #7696 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 539 | 1,890 |
| Enrollment | 539 | 1,890 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 10.6 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 55% |
| city | Malden | Malden |
| state | Massachusetts | Massachusetts |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (53.3 vs 52.6).
- •Malden High does better on math proficiency (55% vs 37%).
- •Forestdale does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Forestdale does better on students per teacher (10.6 vs 16.2).
- •Malden High is the larger school with 1,890 students compared with 539.
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 High?
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 High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Malden and Malden in Massachusetts.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forestdale: 539. Malden High: 1,890. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forestdale and Malden High rank in Massachusetts?
Forestdale is 638th of 1,009 and Malden High is 210th of 300 among elementary schools in Massachusetts on the 2025 Success Index (US).