Serving 273 students in grades 6-8, Vassal Lane Upper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 273 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vassal Lane Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Vassal Lane Upper School's student population of 273 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
273 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vassal Lane Upper School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vassal Lane Upper School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#789 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
11%
24%
Black
24%
10%
White
37%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vassal Lane Upper School's ranking?
Vassal Lane Upper School is ranked #789 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Vassal Lane Upper School often compared to?
Vassal Lane Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rindge Avenue Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Vassal Lane Upper School?
273 students attend Vassal Lane Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Vassal Lane Upper School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vassal Lane Upper School?
Vassal Lane Upper School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vassal Lane Upper School offer ?
Vassal Lane Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Vassal Lane Upper School part of?
Vassal Lane Upper School is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Vassal Lane Upper School located?
Vassal Lane Upper School is located in the West Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Cambridge.
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