Serving 304 students in grades 6-8, Cambridge Street Upper School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Street Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cambridge Street Upper School's student population of 304 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Cambridge Street Upper School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Street Upper School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#940 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
30%
10%
White
37%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Street Upper School's ranking?
Cambridge Street Upper School is ranked #940 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cambridge Street Upper School?
304 students attend Cambridge Street Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cambridge Street Upper School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Street Upper School?
Cambridge Street Upper School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridge Street Upper School offer ?
Cambridge Street Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cambridge Street Upper School part of?
Cambridge Street Upper School is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridge Street Upper School located?
Cambridge Street Upper School is located in the Wellington Harrington neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Wellington Harrington.
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