Serving 263 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cambridgeport ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The Cambridgeport School serves the entire district of Cambridge, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridgeport ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cambridgeport's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cambridgeport ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridgeport is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#311 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
8%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
19%
10%
White
40%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridgeport's ranking?
Cambridgeport is ranked #311 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cambridgeport often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cambridgeport?
263 students attend Cambridgeport.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Cambridgeport students are White, 19% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cambridgeport?
Cambridgeport has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridgeport offer ?
Cambridgeport offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cambridgeport part of?
Cambridgeport is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridgeport located?
Cambridgeport is located in the The Port neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in The Port.
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