For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 352 students in 02140, MA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 02140, MA is Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 02140 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Massachusetts public charter school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 39% statewide average). Charter schools in 02140, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Massachusetts public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public charter school average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02140, MA Public Charter Schools (2026)
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 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 02140, MA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 02140, MA include Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School.
How many public charter schools are located in 02140?
1 public charter schools are located in 02140.
What is the racial composition of students in 02140?
02140 public charter schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public charter schools average of 77% (majority Hispanic).
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