For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,043 students in 02141, MA.
The top-ranked public schools in 02141, MA are Community Charter School Of Cambridge, Vassal Lane Upper School and Cambridge Street Upper School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02141 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02141, MA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public school average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02141, MA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community Charter School Of Cambridge
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
245 Bent Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 354-0047
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 354-0047
Gr: 6-12 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Vassal Lane Upper School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Spring Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6550
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6550
Gr: 6-8 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Cambridge Street Upper School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
840 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-3050
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-3050
Gr: 6-8 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Kennedy-longfellow
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
158 Spring Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6841
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6841
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
02141, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6540
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6540
Gr: PK-9 | 371 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02141, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02141, MA include Community Charter School Of Cambridge, Vassal Lane Upper School and Cambridge Street Upper School.
How many public schools are located in 02141?
4 public schools are located in 02141.
What is the racial composition of students in 02141?
02141 public schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public schools average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
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