Very Good
#590 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 33% in state
Peabody
Elementary School · Cambridge
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#590 of 1,793
In Cambridge
#17 of 20
public schools
In district
#15 of 17
Cambridge
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Peabody
Elementary School in Cambridge · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Peabody
Peabody is a public elementary school in Cambridge, MA, part of Cambridge. Peabody serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Peabody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #590 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Peabody show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 8.6
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Peabody — Students at Peabody score 55% 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
→ StableAverage 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: 5.6/10.
How Peabody Compares
See how Peabody performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Peabody may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maria L. Baldwin (rated 9.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Graham and Parks (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Rindge Avenue Upper School Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 9.4 |
| WILD ROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.2 mi | — |
| Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School Cambridge | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| CAMBRIDGE FRIENDS SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.3 mi | 7.4 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE MATIGNON SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Graham and Parks Cambridge | 0.7 mi | 9.6 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Cambridge | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| John F Kennedy Somerville | 0.7 mi | 8.9 |
| West Somerville Neighborhood Somerville | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Benjamin G Brown Somerville | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Maria L. Baldwin Cambridge | 0.9 mi | 9.9 |
| ST THERESA SCHOOL Somerville | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Hardy Arlington | 1.2 mi | 8.9 |
| BUCKINGHAM BROWNE & NICHOLS SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Thompson Arlington | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SHADY HILL SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Curtis-Tufts Medford | 1.3 mi | — |
| Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| SAINT PAUL'S CHOIR SCHOOL Cambridge | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| LESLEY ELLIS SCHOOL Arlington | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$136,382
Median Home Value
$1,070,200
Median Rent
$2,581/mo
Population
21,361
College Educated
78.6%
Homeownership
35.9%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Aborn Lynn, MA | 7.1 |
| Blueberry Hill Longmeadow, MA | 7.1 |
| Colonial Park Stoneham, MA | 7.1 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury, MA | 7.1 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham, MA | 7.1 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Peabody
What grades does Peabody serve?
Peabody serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Peabody?
Peabody has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Peabody?
The student-teacher ratio at Peabody is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Peabody rank in MA?
Peabody ranks #590 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Peabody's MySchoolScout rating?
Peabody has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Peabody?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Peabody has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Peabody a charter school?
No, Peabody is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Peabody a Title I school?
No, Peabody 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
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (617) 349-6530
Resources & Links
District
Cambridge- District Enrollment
- 6,915
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,666
- District Rank
- #15 of 17
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