Excellent
#5 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Martin Luther King Jr.
Elementary School · Cambridge
102 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.8
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#5 of 1,793
In Cambridge
#2 of 20
public schools
In district
#2 of 17
Cambridge
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Martin Luther King Jr.
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About Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. is a public elementary school in Cambridge, MA, part of Cambridge. Martin Luther King Jr. serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Martin Luther King Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 out of 10 and ranks #5 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Martin Luther King Jr. show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Martin Luther King Jr.
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- This school 9.8 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Martin Luther King Jr. — Students at Martin Luther King Jr. score 79% 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: 9.8/10.
How Martin Luther King Jr. Compares
See how Martin Luther King Jr. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
102 Putnam Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Martin Luther King Jr. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maria L. Baldwin (rated 9.9/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Graham and Parks (rated 9.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, John M Tobin (rated 9.5/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 9.2 |
| SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Amigos School Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 9.0 |
| MALIK ACADEMY/ AL BUSTAN PRESCHOOL Cambridge | 0.4 mi | — |
| Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| John M Tobin Cambridge | 0.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Morse Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Prospect Hill Academy Charter School Cambridge | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Cambridgeport Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| BOSTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMY Boston | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge | 1.1 mi | 9.9 |
| MATCH Charter Public School Boston | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Fletcher/Maynard Academy Cambridge | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| NEW ENGLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Brookline | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Albert F. Argenziano School at Lincoln Park Somerville | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| IVY STREET SCHOOL Brookline | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Graham and Parks Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 9.6 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BAY COVE ACADEMY Brookline | 1.4 mi | — |
| King Open Cambridge | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$124,648
Median Home Value
$1,066,200
Median Rent
$2,613/mo
Population
39,609
College Educated
77.6%
Homeownership
32%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
29.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A E Angier Waban, MA | 9.8 |
| Fuller Meadow Middleton, MA | 9.8 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley, MA | 9.8 |
| Country Weston, MA | 9.9 |
| Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge, MA | 9.9 |
| Graham and Parks Cambridge, MA | 9.6 |
Compare Martin Luther King Jr. with similar schools nearby
Side-by-side ratings, test scores, and demographics for the schools parents most often weigh against this one.
- CompareMartin Luther King Jr. vs MorseCambridge, MA Peer score 9.2/10 -0.6 vs Martin Luther King Jr.
- CompareMartin Luther King Jr. vs Amigos SchoolCambridge, MA Peer score 9.0/10 -0.8 vs Martin Luther King Jr.
- CompareMartin Luther King Jr. vs Maria L. BaldwinCambridge, MA Peer score 9.9/10 +0.1 vs Martin Luther King Jr.
- CompareMartin Luther King Jr. vs Graham and ParksCambridge, MA Peer score 9.6/10 -0.2 vs Martin Luther King Jr.
- CompareMartin Luther King Jr. vs HaggertyCambridge, MA Peer score 9.4/10 -0.4 vs Martin Luther King Jr.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Martin Luther King Jr.
What grades does Martin Luther King Jr. serve?
Martin Luther King Jr. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Martin Luther King Jr.?
Martin Luther King Jr. has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr.?
The student-teacher ratio at Martin Luther King Jr. is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martin Luther King Jr. rank in MA?
Martin Luther King Jr. ranks #5 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Martin Luther King Jr.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Martin Luther King Jr. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.8 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 Martin Luther King Jr.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martin Luther King Jr. has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a charter school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martin Luther King Jr. a Title I school?
No, Martin Luther King Jr. 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
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (617) 349-6562
Resources & Links
District
Cambridge- District Enrollment
- 6,915
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,666
- District Rank
- #2 of 17
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