For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 666 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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02140, MA Public Preschools (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%
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 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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