A Top 12%

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

Grades PK-06 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Dropped 79 spots from last year

#100 State Rank
A- District Grade
21 Notre Dame Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02140
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
352 Students
94.4% Attendance Rate
59.4 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

79.5% Proficient or Above
27% Advanced

Mathematics

84.3% Proficient or Above
29% Advanced

Science

68% Proficient or Above
22% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 81% 32%
2025 English Language Arts 04 71% 18%
2025 English Language Arts 05 76% 20%
2025 English Language Arts 06 90% 38%
2025 Mathematics 03 91% 43%
2025 Mathematics 04 80% 20%
2025 Mathematics 05 76% 24%
2025 Mathematics 06 90% 29%
2025 Science 05 68% 22%
2024 English Language Arts 03 88% 38%
2024 English Language Arts 04 62% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 05 82% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 06 84% 36%
2024 Mathematics 03 88% 40%
2024 Mathematics 04 77% 36%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

352 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Black 84.1%
Hispanic 6.5%
Multiracial 3.7%
Asian 3.1%
White 2.6%

Gender

47.7% Male
52% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 6.3%
Special Education 8.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 58.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.4% Attendance Rate
14.2% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

21 Notre Dame Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School's grade rating?

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has earned a grade of A, ranked #100 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 12% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School?

Approximately 352 students are enrolled at Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School.

How does Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (80% proficient), Mathematics (84% proficient), Science (68% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School?

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has an attendance rate of 94.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School part of?

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School is part of Cambridge School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.