Excellent
#35 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 2% in state
Rindge Avenue Upper School
Middle School · Cambridge
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
289
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#35 of 1,793
In Cambridge
#7 of 20
public schools
In district
#7 of 17
Cambridge
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Rindge Avenue Upper School
Rindge Avenue Upper School is a public middle school in Cambridge, MA, part of Cambridge. Rindge Avenue Upper School serves approximately 289 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Rindge Avenue Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #35 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Rindge Avenue Upper School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
What's said publicly about Rindge Avenue Upper School
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- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Rindge Avenue Upper School 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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Rindge Avenue Upper School — Students at Rindge Avenue Upper School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 90 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: 9.5/10.
How Rindge Avenue Upper School Compares
See how Rindge Avenue Upper School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
70 Rindge Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rindge Avenue Upper School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Maria L. Baldwin (rated 9.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Graham and Parks (rated 9.6/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cambridge, see our Cambridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Peabody Cambridge | 0.0 mi | 7.1 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Putnam Avenue Upper School Cambridge, MA | 9.2 |
| Wood Hill Middle School Andover, MA | 9.2 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset, MA | 9.7 |
| Miles River Middle Hamilton, MA | 8.6 |
| BOSTON COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL Dorchester, MA | 8.5 |
| Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester, MA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rindge Avenue Upper School
What grades does Rindge Avenue Upper School serve?
Rindge Avenue Upper School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Rindge Avenue Upper School?
Rindge Avenue Upper School has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rindge Avenue Upper School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rindge Avenue Upper School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rindge Avenue Upper School rank in MA?
Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks #35 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Rindge Avenue Upper School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rindge Avenue Upper School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Rindge Avenue Upper School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rindge Avenue Upper School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).
Is Rindge Avenue Upper School a charter school?
No, Rindge Avenue Upper School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rindge Avenue Upper School a Title I school?
No, Rindge Avenue Upper School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.1%
- Phone
- (617) 349-4060
Resources & Links
District
Cambridge- District Enrollment
- 6,915
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $40,666
- District Rank
- #7 of 17
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