A- Top 25%

Cambridge School District

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts

#57 State Rank
34 Rated Schools
8.5K Students
55.4 Composite Score

Rankings from 2025 Data updated August 2026

Performance Overview

School Averages by Level

Elementary 54.5 B+
Middle 50.9 B+
High 54.9 B-

Quick Facts

  • 34 total schools
  • 8.5K students enrolled
  • Composite score: 55.4/100
  • Data from 2025 school year

Schools in Cambridge School District

34 school and program profiles, grouped by grade level

Elementary Schools (15)

B-

Kennedy-Longfellow

#20 in state
40.0 Score
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N/A

Threshold Program at Lesley University

29 Everett Street

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A-

Cambridgeport School

Grades PK-05 #212 in state

89 Elm Street

54.3 Score
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N/A

Ecole Francaise de Boston

Grades K-05

799 Concord Ave

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B

Fletcher/Maynard Academy

Grades PK-05 #7 in state

225 Windsor Street

42.1 Score
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A-

Graham and Parks School

Grades PK-05 #242 in state

44 Linnaean Street

52.7 Score
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B+

Haggerty School

Grades PK-05 #254 in state

110 Cushing Street

52.3 Score
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N/A

International School of Boston

Grades PK-K

45 Matignon Road

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A

John M Tobin School

Grades PK-05 #137 in state

359 Broadway

57.4 Score
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C+

King Open School

Grades PK-05 #500 in state

850 Cambridge Street

44.7 Score
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A+

Maria L. Baldwin School

Grades PK-05 #55 in state

85 Oxford Street

62.0 Score
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A+

Martin Luther King Jr. School

Grades PK-05 #22 in state

102 Putnam Avenue

64.5 Score
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A-

Morse School

Grades PK-05 #238 in state

40 Granite Street

53.0 Score
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B+

Peabody School

Grades PK-05 #278 in state

70 Rindge Avenue

51.4 Score
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N/A

Wild Rose Montessori School

Grades K-03

2284 Massachusetts Avenue

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Middle Schools (12)

N/A

Allium Montessori School

Grades 01-06

1555 Massachusetts Avenue

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A

Amigos School

Grades PK-08 #45 in state

15 Upton Street

57.8 Score
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A

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

Grades PK-06 #100 in state

21 Notre Dame Avenue

59.4 Score
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N/A

Cambridge Friends School

Grades PK-08

5 Cadbury Road

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N/A

Cambridge Montessori School

Grades PK-06

161 Garden Street

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N/A

Fayerweather Street School

Grades PK-08

765 Concord Avenue

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N/A

Shady Hill School

Grades PK-08

178 Coolidge Hill

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N/A

St. Peter Elementary School

Grades PK-08

96 Concord Avenue

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C+

Cambridge Street Upper School

Grades 06-08 #214 in state

840 Cambridge Street

39.8 Score
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B+

Darby Vassall Upper School

Grades 06-08 #118 in state

158 Spring Street

47.5 Score
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A-

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Grades 06-08 #103 in state

100 Putnam Avenue

49.1 Score
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A

Rindge Avenue Upper School

Grades 06-08 #67 in state

70 Rindge Avenue

54.3 Score
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High Schools (7)

N/A

Buckingham Browne Nichols School

Grades PK-12

80 Gerrys Landing Road

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B-

Community Charter School of Cambridge

Grades 06-12 #178 in state

245 Bent Street

53.1 Score
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N/A

Farr Academy School

Grades 07-12

71 Pearl Street

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N/A

Lycee International de Boston/International School of Boston, Inc.

Grades 01-12

45 Matignon Road

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N/A

NuVu Innovation School

Grades 08-12

450 Massachusetts Avenue

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C

Prospect Hill Academy Charter School

Grades PK-12 #253 in state

50 Essex Street

45.9 Score
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A

Cambridge Rindge and Latin School

Grades 09-12 #60 in state

459 Broadway Avenue

65.7 Score
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District Boundaries

The Cambridge School District serves students within this geographic area.

Areas Served: CAMBRIDGE
A--Rated District

Homes for Sale in Cambridge School District

158 properties available in this school district • Median price: $1.03M

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Home for sale at 14 Saint Paul St, Cambridge - $2.4M
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14 Saint Paul St

Cambridge, MA

6 bed 4.0 bath 3,612 sqft
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Home for sale at 98 Willow Street, Cambridge - $1.5M
$1.5M

98 Willow Street

Cambridge, MA

6 bed 3.0 bath 2,526 sqft
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Home for sale at 503 Huron Avenue, Cambridge - $875K
$875K

503 Huron Avenue

Cambridge, MA

2 bed 1.0 bath 1,270 sqft
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Home for sale at 26-28 Porter Rd, Cambridge - $1.83M
$1.83M

26-28 Porter Rd

Cambridge, MA

7 bed 2.5 bath 2,988 sqft
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Where Graduates Go

Post-graduation outcomes for Cambridge School District (Class of 2021)

65.2% Attend College
58.4% 4-Year College
6.9% 2-Year College
23.4% Out of State
6.9% Employed

Based on 466 graduates

School Safety

Discipline data for Cambridge School District (2025)

1.2% Discipline Rate
Low Lower than 50% of MA districts
0.8% Out-of-School Suspensions
0.2% In-School Suspensions
0.0% Expulsions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cambridge School District's overall grade?

Cambridge School District has earned an overall grade of A- and is ranked #57 among Massachusetts school districts. This composite rating reflects the average performance of all schools within the district based on MCAS scores, attendance, and other metrics.

How many schools are in Cambridge School District?

Cambridge School District includes 34 schools (15 elementary, 12 middle, 7 high) serving approximately 8,520 students.

What percentage of Cambridge School District graduates go to college?

Approximately 65.3% of Cambridge School District graduates pursue higher education, with 58.4% attending 4-year colleges and 6.9% attending 2-year colleges. This data is based on the most recent graduating class tracked by DESE.

What are the highest-rated schools in Cambridge School District?

The top-rated schools in Cambridge School District include: Amigos School (A), Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School (A), Cambridgeport School (A-), Graham and Parks School (A-), John M Tobin School (A). Click on any school name to view detailed performance data, MCAS scores, and demographics.

How can I enroll my child in Cambridge School District?

To enroll in Cambridge School District, contact the district's central office for enrollment procedures and required documentation. You'll typically need proof of residency, immunization records, and previous school records. Some districts offer school choice programs for out-of-district students.

How are district ratings calculated?

District ratings are based on the composite performance of all schools within the district. We calculate average MCAS proficiency rates, attendance, graduation rates, and other metrics weighted by school enrollment. Districts are then ranked against all Massachusetts districts to determine percentile rankings and letter grades.