Serving 252 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cambridgeport 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cambridgeport's student population of 252 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambridgeport ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridgeport is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#590 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
9%
23%
Black
18%
10%
White
52%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
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 #590 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cambridgeport often compared to?
Cambridgeportis often viewed alongside schools like Morse by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Cambridgeport?
252 students attend Cambridgeport.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Cambridgeport students are White, 18% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridgeport?
Cambridgeport has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridgeport offer ?
Cambridgeport offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
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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