Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peabody 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 65-69% (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 59% 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: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peabody's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Cambridge, MA, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and its furthest edge located 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peabody 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
School Overview
Peabody's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1889
School Rankings
Peabody 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 Peabody is 0.73, 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
#190 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
15%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
26%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
41%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
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)19.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peabody's ranking?
Peabody is ranked #190 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Peabody often compared to?
Peabodyis often viewed alongside schools like John M Tobin, Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks by visitors of our site.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Peabody?
314 students attend Peabody.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Peabody students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peabody?
Peabody has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peabody offer ?
Peabody offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peabody part of?
Peabody is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Peabody located?
Peabody is located in the North Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Cambridge.
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