Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John M Tobin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for John M Tobin covers the entire Cambridge, MA school district, encompassing approximately 7.1 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John M Tobin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
John M Tobin's student population of 291 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
John M Tobin 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 John M Tobin is 0.76, 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
#213 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
27%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
36%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
12%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John M Tobin's ranking?
John M Tobin is ranked #213 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John M Tobin often compared to?
John M Tobinis often viewed alongside schools like Maria L. Baldwin, Peabody, Martin Luther King Junior by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John M Tobin?
291 students attend John M Tobin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of John M Tobin students are White, 27% of students are Black, 16% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John M Tobin?
John M Tobin has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John M Tobin offer ?
John M Tobin offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John M Tobin part of?
John M Tobin is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is John M Tobin located?
John M Tobin is located in the West Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Cambridge.
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