Excellent
#1 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Maria L. Baldwin
Elementary School · Cambridge
85 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
9.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
9.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1 of 1,793
In Cambridge
#1 of 20
public schools
In district
#1 of 17
Cambridge
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Maria L. Baldwin
Maria L. Baldwin is a public elementary school in Cambridge, MA, part of Cambridge. Maria L.
Baldwin serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Maria L. Baldwin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.9 out of 10 and ranks #1 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Maria L. Baldwin show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Maria L. Baldwin
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- This school 9.9 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Maria L. Baldwin — Students at Maria L. Baldwin score 84% proficient, which is above 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
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Maria L. Baldwin Compares
See how Maria L. Baldwin performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
85 Oxford Street, Cambridge, MA 02138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maria L. Baldwin may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Martin Luther King Jr. (rated 9.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Graham and Parks (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John M Tobin (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Graham and Parks Cambridge | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| CAMBRIDGE FRIENDS SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Peabody Cambridge | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Rindge Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.8 |
| WILD ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.0 mi | — |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 9.5 |
| Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Winter Hill Community Somerville | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Somerville High Somerville | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Next Wave Junior High Somerville | 1.1 mi | — |
| Full Circle High School Somerville | 1.1 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,040
Median Home Value
$1,088,700
Median Rent
$2,799/mo
Population
38,077
College Educated
85.6%
Homeownership
40.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
28.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Country Weston, MA | 9.9 |
| A E Angier Waban, MA | 9.8 |
| Fuller Meadow Middleton, MA | 9.8 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley, MA | 9.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Cambridge, MA | 9.8 |
| Graham and Parks Cambridge, MA | 9.6 |
Compare Maria L. Baldwin with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareMaria L. Baldwin vs Martin Luther King Jr.Cambridge, MA Peer score 9.8/10 -0.1 vs Maria L. Baldwin
- CompareMaria L. Baldwin vs Graham and ParksCambridge, MA Peer score 9.6/10 -0.3 vs Maria L. Baldwin
- CompareMaria L. Baldwin vs HaggertyCambridge, MA Peer score 9.4/10 -0.5 vs Maria L. Baldwin
- CompareMaria L. Baldwin vs John M TobinCambridge, MA Peer score 9.5/10 -0.4 vs Maria L. Baldwin
- CompareMaria L. Baldwin vs MorseCambridge, MA Peer score 9.2/10 -0.7 vs Maria L. Baldwin
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria L. Baldwin
What grades does Maria L. Baldwin serve?
Maria L. Baldwin serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Maria L. Baldwin?
Maria L. Baldwin has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maria L. Baldwin?
The student-teacher ratio at Maria L. Baldwin is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Maria L. Baldwin rank in MA?
Maria L. Baldwin ranks #1 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Maria L. Baldwin's MySchoolScout rating?
Maria L. Baldwin has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.9 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 Maria L. Baldwin?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maria L. Baldwin has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Maria L. Baldwin a charter school?
No, Maria L. Baldwin is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maria L. Baldwin a Title I school?
No, Maria L. Baldwin 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
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.6%
- Phone
- (617) 349-6525
Resources & Links
District
Cambridge- District Enrollment
- 6,915
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,666
- District Rank
- #1 of 17
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