Serving 289 students in grades 6-8, Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Rindge Avenue Upper School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Rindge Avenue Upper School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rindge Avenue Upper School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#394 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
20%
10%
White
50%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rindge Avenue Upper School's ranking?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is ranked #394 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Rindge Avenue Upper School often compared to?
Rindge Avenue Upper Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vassal Lane Upper School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Rindge Avenue Upper School?
289 students attend Rindge Avenue Upper School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Rindge Avenue Upper School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rindge Avenue Upper School?
Rindge Avenue Upper School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rindge Avenue Upper School offer ?
Rindge Avenue Upper School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rindge Avenue Upper School part of?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Rindge Avenue Upper School located?
Rindge Avenue Upper School is located in the North Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Cambridge.
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