Malden

The Malden school district in Massachusetts consists of 7 schools, including 6 elementary schools and 1 high school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools within the district, with some standout elementary schools like Ferryway School and Linden School leading the way in academic proficiency, while others, such as Salemwood School, face challenges in meeting state standards.

At the high school level, Malden High School has lower proficiency rates than the state average in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, as well as a lower four-year graduation rate and a higher dropout rate. In contrast, the elementary schools in Malden generally have lower proficiency rates than the state average, with the exception of Ferryway and Linden, which consistently rank in the top half of Massachusetts elementary schools.

The data also reveals significant variations in per-student spending, ranging from $14,949 at Malden High School to $25,610 at the Malden Early Learning Center, which serves pre-kindergarten students and has the lowest student-teacher ratio in the district. This suggests a focus on early childhood education, which may have implications for the district's long-term academic performance.