For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 850 students in 02141, MA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02141, MA are Community Charter School Of Cambridge, Vassal Lane Upper School and Cambridge Street Upper School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02141 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in 02141, MA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02141, MA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community Charter School Of Cambridge
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
245 Bent Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 354-0047
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 354-0047
Gr: 6-12 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Vassal Lane Upper School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
158 Spring Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6550
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-6550
Gr: 6-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Cambridge Street Upper School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
840 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-3050
Cambridge, MA 02141
(617) 349-3050
Gr: 6-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02141, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02141, MA include Community Charter School Of Cambridge, Vassal Lane Upper School and Cambridge Street Upper School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02141?
3 public middle schools are located in 02141.
What is the racial composition of students in 02141?
02141 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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