Best 02138 Massachusetts Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 977 students in 02138, MA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02138, MA are Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks and Haggerty. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02138 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02138, MA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Massachusetts public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 02138, MA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maria L. Baldwin
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
85 Oxford Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6525
Gr: PK-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Graham And Parks
Alternative School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
44 Linnaean Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6577
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Haggerty
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
110 Cushing Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
(617) 349-6555
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 65%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02138, MA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02138, MA include Maria L. Baldwin, Graham And Parks and Haggerty.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02138?
3 public elementary schools are located in 02138.
What is the racial composition of students in 02138?
02138 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Massachusetts public elementary schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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