For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 7,935 students in 02148, MA (there are , serving 1,252 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 02148, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02148, MA are Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, Linden and Malden High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02148 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02148, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02148, MA 51爆料s (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mystic Valley Regional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
770 Salem Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0222
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0222
Gr: K-12 | 1,653 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Linden
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29 Wescott Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7218
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7218
Gr: K-8 | 825 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Malden High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
77 Salem Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-6000
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-6000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,894 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Ferryway
(Math: 32% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
150 Cross Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0659
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0659
Gr: K-8 | 905 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Beebe
(Math: 36% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0621
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0621
Gr: K-8 | 901 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Forestdale
(Math: 30% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
74 Sylvan Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7326
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7326
Gr: K-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Salemwood
(Math: 26% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
529 Salem Street
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0647
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 388-0647
Gr: K-8 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: n/an/a
257 Mountain Avenue
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7025
Malden, MA 02148
(781) 397-7025
Gr: PK | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02148, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02148, MA include Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, Linden and Malden High School.
How many public schools are located in 02148?
8 public schools are located in 02148.
What percentage of students in 02148 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 02148 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02148?
02148 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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