Serving 261 students in grades 6-12, Community Charter School Of Cambridge ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Community Charter School Of Cambridge ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Community Charter School Of Cambridge's student population of 261 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Cougar
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Community Charter School Of Cambridge ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Community Charter School Of Cambridge is 0.53, which is less 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
#480 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
66%
10%
White
6%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Community Charter School Of Cambridge's ranking?
Community Charter School Of Cambridge is ranked #480 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Community Charter School Of Cambridge often compared to?
Community Charter School Of Cambridgeis often viewed alongside schools like Amigos School, Rindge Avenue 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 41% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Community Charter School Of Cambridge?
The graduation rate of Community Charter School Of Cambridge is 90%, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Community Charter School Of Cambridge?
261 students attend Community Charter School Of Cambridge.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Community Charter School Of Cambridge students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Community Charter School Of Cambridge?
Community Charter School Of Cambridge has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Community Charter School Of Cambridge offer ?
Community Charter School Of Cambridge offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Community Charter School Of Cambridge part of?
Community Charter School Of Cambridge is part of Community Charter School Of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Community Charter School Of Cambridge located?
Community Charter School Of Cambridge is located in the East Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Cambridge.
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