A+ Top 7%

Maria L. Baldwin School

Grades PK-05 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Dropped 52 spots from last year

#55 State Rank
A- District Grade
85 Oxford Street, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02138
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
360 Students
93.2% Attendance Rate
62 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

80.3% Proficient or Above
17.7% Advanced

Mathematics

85.7% Proficient or Above
25% Advanced

Science

74% Proficient or Above
28% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 76% 20%
2025 English Language Arts 04 87% 13%
2025 English Language Arts 05 78% 20%
2025 Mathematics 03 81% 35%
2025 Mathematics 04 87% 23%
2025 Mathematics 05 89% 17%
2025 Science 05 74% 28%
2024 English Language Arts 03 86% 26%
2024 English Language Arts 04 86% 9%
2024 English Language Arts 05 77% 28%
2024 Mathematics 03 88% 36%
2024 Mathematics 04 79% 14%
2024 Mathematics 05 79% 21%
2024 Science 05 74% 19%
2023 English Language Arts 03 84% 25%

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

360 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 57.5%
Multiracial 15.6%
Asian 10.3%
Black 9.2%
Hispanic 7.5%

Gender

47.8% Male
52.2% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 6.1%
Special Education 15.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch 17.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.2% Attendance Rate
19.1% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

85 Oxford Street, CAMBRIDGE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maria L. Baldwin School's grade rating?

Maria L. Baldwin School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #55 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 7% of Massachusetts Elementary 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 Maria L. Baldwin School?

Approximately 360 students are enrolled at Maria L. Baldwin School.

How does Maria L. Baldwin School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Maria L. Baldwin School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (80% proficient), Mathematics (86% proficient), Science (74% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Maria L. Baldwin School?

Maria L. Baldwin School has an attendance rate of 93.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Maria L. Baldwin School part of?

Maria L. Baldwin 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.