Serving 262 students in grades 6-8, Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rindge Avenue Upper School's student population of 262 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rindge Avenue Upper School 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 Rindge Avenue Upper School is 0.72, 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
#531 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
12%
23%
Black
22%
10%
White
45%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rindge Avenue Upper School's ranking?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is ranked #531 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Rindge Avenue Upper School often compared to?
Rindge Avenue Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassal Lane Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Rindge Avenue Upper School?
262 students attend Rindge Avenue Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Rindge Avenue Upper School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rindge Avenue Upper School?
Rindge Avenue Upper School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rindge Avenue Upper School offer ?
Rindge Avenue Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rindge Avenue Upper School part of?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Rindge Avenue Upper School located?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is located in the North Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Cambridge.
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