A+ Top 3%

Martin Luther King Jr. School

Grades PK-05 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Improved 21 spots from last year

#22 State Rank
A- District Grade
102 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
340 Students
94.1% Attendance Rate
64.5 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

81.3% Proficient or Above
31.3% Advanced

Mathematics

80.3% Proficient or Above
35% Advanced

Science

93% Proficient or Above
34% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 85% 41%
2025 English Language Arts 04 69% 21%
2025 English Language Arts 05 90% 32%
2025 Mathematics 03 85% 46%
2025 Mathematics 04 71% 27%
2025 Mathematics 05 85% 32%
2025 Science 05 93% 34%
2024 English Language Arts 03 73% 42%
2024 English Language Arts 04 81% 33%
2024 English Language Arts 05 79% 28%
2024 Mathematics 03 87% 56%
2024 Mathematics 04 93% 47%
2024 Mathematics 05 74% 28%
2024 Science 05 67% 33%
2023 English Language Arts 03 89% 49%

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

340 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Asian 37.4%
Multiracial 27.4%
White 20.6%
Black 11.5%
Hispanic 2.9%

Gender

47.4% Male
52.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 9.4%
Special Education 13.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 19.7%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.1% Attendance Rate
16.5% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

102 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Martin Luther King Jr. School's grade rating?

Martin Luther King Jr. School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #22 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 3% 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 Martin Luther King Jr. School?

Approximately 340 students are enrolled at Martin Luther King Jr. School.

How does Martin Luther King Jr. School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Martin Luther King Jr. School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (81% proficient), Mathematics (80% proficient), Science (93% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Martin Luther King Jr. School?

Martin Luther King Jr. School has an attendance rate of 94.1%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. School part of?

Martin Luther King Jr. 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.