Very Good
#491 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 27% in state
Kennedy-longfellow
Elementary School · Cambridge
158 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
220
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#491 of 1,793
In Cambridge
#15 of 20
public schools
In district
#13 of 17
Cambridge
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Kennedy-longfellow
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About Kennedy-longfellow
Kennedy-longfellow is a public elementary school in Cambridge, MA, part of Cambridge. Kennedy-longfellow serves approximately 220 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy-longfellow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #491 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Kennedy-longfellow show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Kennedy-longfellow sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, Kennedy-longfellow sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Kennedy-longfellow — Students at Kennedy-longfellow score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.
How Kennedy-longfellow Compares
See how Kennedy-longfellow performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
158 Spring Street, Cambridge, MA 02141
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy-longfellow may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cambridgeport (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John M Tobin (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Boston), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Community Charter School of Cambridge Cambridge | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| King Open Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy Cambridge | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| THE NEWMAN SCHOOL Boston | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL Boston | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boston | 1.2 mi | 8.1 |
| COMMONWEALTH SCHOOL Boston | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Somerville High Somerville | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 1.3 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| KINGSLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Boston | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02141 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,542
Median Home Value
$892,600
Median Rent
$2,752/mo
Population
14,677
College Educated
74.5%
Homeownership
27.3%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough, MA | 7.4 |
| Kennedy Patrick J Elementary School East Boston, MA | 7.4 |
| Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth, MA | 7.4 |
| West Memorial Peabody, MA | 7.4 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont, MA | 7.5 |
| Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem, MA | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy-longfellow
What grades does Kennedy-longfellow serve?
Kennedy-longfellow serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Kennedy-longfellow?
Kennedy-longfellow has an enrollment of approximately 220 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy-longfellow?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy-longfellow is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy-longfellow rank in MA?
Kennedy-longfellow ranks #491 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Kennedy-longfellow's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy-longfellow has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Kennedy-longfellow?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kennedy-longfellow has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Kennedy-longfellow a charter school?
No, Kennedy-longfellow is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy-longfellow a Title I school?
No, Kennedy-longfellow is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 220
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.5%
- Phone
- (617) 349-6841
Resources & Links
District
Cambridge- District Enrollment
- 6,915
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,666
- District Rank
- #13 of 17
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