A+ Top 2%

Martin Luther King Jr. School

Grades PK-05 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Moved up 27 places from 2024 to 2025

#16 State Rank
A- District Grade
102 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
401 Students
95.3% Attendance Rate
65.4 Composite Score
View Homes

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

English Language Arts

81.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

31.3% exceeding expectations

2023 83.7% 83.7%
2024 77.7% 77.7%
2025 81.3% 81.3%

Mathematics

80.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

35% exceeding expectations

2023 85% 85%
2024 84.7% 84.7%
2025 80.3% 80.3%

Science

93% Meeting or exceeding expectations

34% exceeding expectations

2023 73% 73%
2024 67% 67%
2025 93% 93%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025English Language Arts03 85%41%
2025English Language Arts04 69%21%
2025English Language Arts05 90%32%
2025Mathematics03 85%46%
2025Mathematics04 71%27%
2025Mathematics05 85%32%
2025Science05 93%34%
2024English Language Arts03 73%42%
2024English Language Arts04 81%33%
2024English Language Arts05 79%28%
2024Mathematics03 87%56%
2024Mathematics04 93%47%
2024Mathematics05 74%28%
2024Science05 67%33%
2023English Language Arts03 89%49%
2023English Language Arts04 80%23%
2023English Language Arts05 82%16%
2023Mathematics03 91%40%
2023Mathematics04 84%39%
2023Mathematics05 80%30%
2023Science05 73%30%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

401 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Asian 32.4%
Multiracial 24.9%
White 20.9%
Black 13.7%
Hispanic 7.7%

Gender

48.1% Male
51.6% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 12.2%
Special Education 15.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 27.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.3% Attendance Rate
8.8% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

102 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA

Get Directions
A+-Rated School

Find Homes Near Martin Luther King Jr. School

Browse 548 homes for sale in CAMBRIDGE that are zoned for this A+-rated elementary school.

View Homes in CAMBRIDGE 548 View All Cambridge School District Schools
548 Homes Available

Ready to tour homes in CAMBRIDGE? Schedule a showing with our team.

Part of Cambridge School District

View all schools in this district, including elementary, middle, and high schools.

View District Details

Explore More Schools

Compare schools across Massachusetts by grade, location, and performance.

Browse All Districts

Other Schools in Cambridge School District

Explore more Elementary and other schools in this district

A+

Maria L. Baldwin School

Elementary • #47 State
→ A

John M Tobin School

Elementary • #116 State
→ A-

Cambridgeport School

Elementary • #217 State
→ A-

Morse School

Elementary • #236 State
→ A-

Graham and Parks School

Elementary • #238 State
→ A-

Haggerty School

Elementary • #244 State
→
View All Cambridge School District Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Martin Luther King Jr. School's grade rating?

Martin Luther King Jr. School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #16 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 2% of Massachusetts Elementary 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 Martin Luther King Jr. School?

Approximately 401 students are enrolled at Martin Luther King Jr. School.

How does Martin Luther King Jr. School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Martin Luther King Jr. School's proficiency rates are: English Language Arts (81% proficient), Mathematics (80% proficient), Science (93% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Martin Luther King Jr. School?

Martin Luther King Jr. School has an attendance rate of 95.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Martin Luther King Jr. School part of?

Martin Luther King Jr. School 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.