B- Top 58%

Kennedy-Longfellow

Improved 12 spots from last year

#20 State Rank
A- District Grade
Diverse
MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated December 2025
215 Students
92.7% Attendance Rate
40 Composite Score

MCAS Test Scores

Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System results

English Language Arts

30.7% Proficient or Above
5% Advanced

Mathematics

29% Proficient or Above
6% Advanced

Science

50% Proficient or Above
17% Advanced

Score Trends

Year Subject Grade Proficient+ Advanced
2025 English Language Arts 03 37% 5%
2025 English Language Arts 04 27% 0%
2025 English Language Arts 05 28% 0%
2025 Mathematics 03 22% 0%
2025 Mathematics 04 27% 0%
2025 Mathematics 05 38% 6%
2025 Science 05 50% 17%
2024 English Language Arts 03 14% 0%
2024 English Language Arts 04 26% 3%
2024 English Language Arts 05 8% 0%
2024 Mathematics 03 18% 0%
2024 Mathematics 04 41% 6%
2024 Mathematics 05 22% 0%
2024 Science 05 15% 0%
2023 English Language Arts 03 50% 13%

MCAS is administered annually to students in grades 3-8 and 10. Scores reflect the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level expectations.

Student Demographics

215 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Black 36.7%
Hispanic 22.3%
Asian 21.9%
White 15.8%
Multiracial 3.3%

Gender

56.3% Male
43.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 56.7%
Special Education 20.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 63.3%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.7% Attendance Rate
26.6% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Part of Cambridge School District

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kennedy-Longfellow's grade rating?

Kennedy-Longfellow has earned a grade of B-, ranked #20 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 58% of Massachusetts School schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Kennedy-Longfellow?

Approximately 215 students are enrolled at Kennedy-Longfellow.

How does Kennedy-Longfellow perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Kennedy-Longfellow's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (31% proficient), Mathematics (29% proficient), Science (50% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Kennedy-Longfellow?

Kennedy-Longfellow has an attendance rate of 92.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Kennedy-Longfellow part of?

Kennedy-Longfellow is part of Cambridge School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.