What grades does Forestdale serve?

Forestdale is a Primary school serving students in Malden, MA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Forestdale located?

Forestdale is located at Malden, MA in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Forestdale?

Forestdale has a student-teacher ratio of 12:1.

What schools are in Malden, MA?

Malden, MA is served by the local school district. Forestdale is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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Forestdale — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Malden, Massachusetts|Malden

Malden, MA 02148

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Upcoming Events

Nov

Wed

NO SCHOOL THANKSGIVING BREAKBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Ferryway PTO's Holiday ShoppeHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Tue

Ferryway PTO's Holiday Shoppe Open to ParentsHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

PTO HOLIDAY SHOPHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER DAYHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Wed

EARLY DISMISSAL - 11 A.M.half_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

K–8

Enrollment

550

Student:Teacher

12:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Malden

Phone

(781)397-7326

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

42%

37th percentile in MA

Math Proficiency

26%

36th percentile in MA

Chronic Absenteeism

11.3%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

600

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

58.37

79% fully certified

Counselors

3.79

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$19,933

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,632

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$20,319

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 13%State 57%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$713,764

+1.6% 1yr+31.0% 5yr

Boston, MA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

11.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

2.5%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

1,228

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

1,078

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Autism

231 (21%)

Specific Learning Disability

180 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

167 (15%)

Other Health Impairment

147 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

102 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

39 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

539

Current enrollment

Stable(-5% 5yr)

Coming Up

Wed, Nov 25, 2026

NO SCHOOL THANKSGIVING BREAK

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Break

Mon, Dec 7, 2026

Ferryway PTO's Holiday Shoppe

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Tue, Dec 8, 2026

Ferryway PTO's Holiday Shoppe Open to Parents

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Malden. Forestdale follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	NO SCHOOL LABOR DAY BREAKDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	NO SCHOOL LABOR DAYDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for closure details and any makeup schedule.	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	NO SCHOOL THANKSGIVING BREAKDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Ferryway PTO's Holiday ShoppeDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Ferryway PTO's Holiday Shoppe Open to ParentsDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	PTO HOLIDAY SHOPDistrict-wide Check the PTO notice for shop details, items available and ordering information.	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER DAYDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	EARLY DISMISSAL - 11 A.M.District-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	NO SCHOOL WINTER BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	NO SCHOOL - MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAYDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 25, 2027	NO SCHOOL PROFESSIONAL DAYDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	FEBRUARY BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	EARLY DISMISSAL - 11 A.M.District-wide	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	APRIL BREAKDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	NO SCHOOL MEMORIAL DAYDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—