Serving 229 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Haggerty ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Haggerty ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Haggerty's student population of 229 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
School Motto
Everyone is Different. Everyone Belongs.
School Rankings
Haggerty ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Haggerty is 0.75, 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
#408 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
21%
10%
White
38%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Haggerty's ranking?
Haggerty is ranked #408 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Haggerty often compared to?
Haggertyis often viewed alongside schools like Cambridgeport by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Haggerty?
229 students attend Haggerty.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Haggerty students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haggerty?
Haggerty has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Haggerty offer ?
Haggerty offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Haggerty part of?
Haggerty is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Haggerty located?
Haggerty is located in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
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