For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 667 students in 02140, MA.
The top ranked public preschools in 02140, MA are Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School and Peabody. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 02140 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Massachusetts public pre school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 37% statewide average). Pre schools in 02140, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02140, MA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
21 Notre Dame Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 497-7771
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 497-7771
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Peabody
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
70 Rindge Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 349-6530
Cambridge, MA 02140
(617) 349-6530
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 02140, MA?
The top ranked public preschools in 02140, MA include Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School and Peabody.
How many public preschools are located in 02140?
2 public preschools are located in 02140.
What is the racial composition of students in 02140?
02140 public preschools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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