A- Top 29%

Putnam Avenue Upper School

Grades 06-08 CAMBRIDGE, MA

Moved down 25 places from 2024 to 2025

#104 State Rank
A- District Grade
100 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139
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Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
286 Students
94.8% Attendance Rate
49.2 Composite Score
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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.

CIV

58% Meeting or exceeding expectations

20% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

62% Meeting or exceeding expectations

29.7% exceeding expectations

2023 53.7% 53.7%
2024 58% 58%
2025 62% 62%

Mathematics

52.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

16% exceeding expectations

2023 44.3% 44.3%
2024 53.3% 53.3%
2025 52.3% 52.3%

Science

49% Meeting or exceeding expectations

13% exceeding expectations

2023 31% 31%
2024 34% 34%
2025 49% 49%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 58%20%
2025English Language Arts06 53%31%
2025English Language Arts07 63%25%
2025English Language Arts08 70%33%
2025Mathematics06 48%12%
2025Mathematics07 58%19%
2025Mathematics08 51%17%
2025Science08 49%13%
2024English Language Arts06 66%34%
2024English Language Arts07 57%18%
2024English Language Arts08 51%23%
2024Mathematics06 51%13%
2024Mathematics07 60%19%
2024Mathematics08 49%16%
2024Science08 34%4%
2023English Language Arts06 63%23%
2023English Language Arts07 45%12%
2023English Language Arts08 53%19%
2023Mathematics06 48%12%
2023Mathematics07 45%8%
2023Mathematics08 40%11%
2023Science08 31%9%

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

286 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 28.7%
Black 23.4%
Asian 19.9%
Multiracial 17.1%
Hispanic 10.8%

Gender

54.9% Male
45.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 5.9%
Special Education 24.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch 37.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.8% Attendance Rate
12.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

100 Putnam Avenue, CAMBRIDGE, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Putnam Avenue Upper School's grade rating?

Putnam Avenue Upper School has earned a grade of A-, ranked #104 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 29% of Massachusetts Middle 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 Putnam Avenue Upper School?

Approximately 286 students are enrolled at Putnam Avenue Upper School.

How does Putnam Avenue Upper School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Putnam Avenue Upper School's proficiency rates are: CIV (58% proficient), English Language Arts (62% proficient), Mathematics (52% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Putnam Avenue Upper School?

Putnam Avenue Upper School has an attendance rate of 94.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Putnam Avenue Upper School part of?

Putnam Avenue Upper 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.