Malden Early Learning Center serves 251 students in grades Prekindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malden Early Learning Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Malden Early Learning Center's student population of 251 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Doing right by all kids
School Rankings
The diversity score of Malden Early Learning Center is 0.72, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
34%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
18%
10%
White
35%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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
How many students attend Malden Early Learning Center?
251 students attend Malden Early Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Malden Early Learning Center students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malden Early Learning Center?
Malden Early Learning Center has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Malden Early Learning Center offer ?
Malden Early Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malden Early Learning Center part of?
Malden Early Learning Center is part of Malden School District.
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