For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 977 students in 02138, MA.
The top ranked public preschools in 02138, MA are Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks and Haggerty. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02138 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02138, MA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02138, MA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maria L. Baldwin
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
85 Oxford Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6525
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6525
Grades: PK-5
| 352 students
Rank: #22.
Graham And Parks
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
44 Linnaean Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Grades: PK-5
| 396 students
Rank: #33.
Haggerty
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
110 Cushing Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6555
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6555
Grades: PK-5
| 229 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 02138, MA?
The top ranked public preschools in 02138, MA include Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks and Haggerty.
How many public preschools are located in 02138?
3 public preschools are located in 02138.
What is the racial composition of students in 02138?
02138 public preschools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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