For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,483 students in 02139, MA (there are 4 private schools, serving 106 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 02139, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top ranked public schools in 02139, MA are Martin Luther King Junior, John M Tobin and Amigos School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02139 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02139, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02139, MA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Martin Luther King Junior
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
102 Putnam Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6562
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6562
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #22.
John M Tobin
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
359 Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6600
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6600
Grades: PK-5
| 320 students
Rank: #33.
Amigos School
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15 Upton Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6567
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6567
Grades: PK-8
| 407 students
Rank: #44.
Cambridgeport
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
89 Elm Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6587
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6587
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: #55.
Morse
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40 Granite Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6575
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6575
Grades: PK-5
| 294 students
Rank: #66.
Putnam Avenue Upper School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Putnam Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-7780
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-7780
Grades: 6-8
| 251 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Fletcher/maynard Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 Windsor Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6588
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6588
Grades: PK-5
| 254 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
King Open
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6540
Grades: PK-5
| 371 students
Rank: #99.
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Essex Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 284-7800
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 284-7800
Grades: PK-12
| 999 students
02139, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
50 Essex Street
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6530
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 349-6530
Grades: PK-8
| 369 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02139, MA?
The top ranked public schools in 02139, MA include Martin Luther King Junior, John M Tobin and Amigos School.
How many public schools are located in 02139?
9 public schools are located in 02139.
What percentage of students in 02139 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 02139 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02139?
02139 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
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