2023 Best Public Schools in Mid-Cambridge

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.15 out of 5  348 reviews

Junior: PART 1: If you are a parent considering CRLS and comparing it to neighboring schools such as BB&N I urge you to read through these reviews! CRLS offers notable arts programs and rigorous AP courses.The diversity in this school is great, with countless languages, and religions represented in our large student body. It is important to note though, that with this diversity comes challenges. Occasional instances of microaggressions, racism, and lack of forethought from administrators are some of the flaws here.The socio-economic differences are apparent, and friend groups while mainly diverse, are skewed more or less wealthy.We are politically active and kind, but like many high schools, bullying and online drama still exists. Note that pep-rally and football culture is low. Knowing the culture at places such as BB&N I am sure that Rindge is more accepting, but the academics and opportunities take more time to really take advantage of. Rindge has a strong relationship with Harvard.... Read 348 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,847

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Arlington Public Schools, MA•

• 6

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  Rating 5 out of 5  1 review

Middle School Student: the teacher were AMAZING i LOVE my teacher in gobbs and they are VERY helpfull. they were a very nice people and ver good.... Read 1 review

• grade A

• Students 483

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Parent: I like this school Because all teachers are so hard workers they are very helpful and friendly and school is so beautiful my 2 kids goes this school academy system is so good activities program is good... Read 2 reviews

• grade A

• Students 307

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 307

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  3 reviews

Parent: I have had a pretty positive experience with our first grader. She's been in school since JK at MLK and in the immersion program. Half of the day is spent learning Chinese and half of the day is spent learning English. Here's what I like about the school. 1. Peers. I really like her peers and parents. Everyone that I have met have been nice and I haven't worried about issues such as bullying. She goes to school happy every day, so learning comes naturally. 2. Academics. I like that she is exposed to a different language. One parent explained to me that kids may not test as well in English (but surprisingly, MLK kids test just as well in English as kids from other Cantabridgian schools) because they spend half of their day learning another language. There are no standardized tests that measures the fact that you're learning another language. 3. Parents. They're great people that I'd like to hang out with even if we didn't have kids. Many are knowledgeable and fierce advocates.... Read 3 reviews

• grade A

• Students 299

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-8

• grade A

• Students 420

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 354

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 2.5 out of 5  4 reviews

• grade A

• Students 291

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A

• Students 271

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 4 out of 5  2 reviews

Middle School Student: Is a good school, it have some nice teachers and good classes. I make a lot of friends there. plople are nice and have all the fun clubs... Read 2 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 269

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 302

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Everett, MA•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  110 reviews

Senior: I have been at pioneer since 7th grade. This school has taught me how to time manage as well as be a better person, though their rigorous program. However, just like every school, improvements need to be made concerning the food and certain aspects that are academic. Loved my experience here!... Read 110 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 794

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Dorchester, MA•

• Public School•

• 5-12

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  64 reviews

Senior: My experience at this school has been good. There are obviously bad days, average days, and great days. The classes here are decent, and definitely better compared to other schools. School life is very structured and organized. The faculty promotes progressive messages related to anti-racism and anti-bullying. The school also does a good job of addressing issues when they arise, which I was able to view through the recent race issues that our school has been happening. This school also offers a fantastic opportunity to travel for students to really diversify and broaden their horizons.... Read 64 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 723

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Cambridge, MA•

• Public School•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.78 out of 5  64 reviews

Junior: Ive been attending community charter school of Cambridge for 4 years. The academics at the school are great. For my first two years at the school the behavioral system was quite harsh but it got better over time. The community is very close and loving and the teachers genuinely care about their students. The work load can’t be a lot at times but it’s nothing you can’t handle. Although, I wish the school gave students direct access to their gpa.... Read 64 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 304

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Cambridge, MA•

• Public School•

• PK, K-6

• grade A minus

• Students 344

• Student-teacher ratio 31:1

• Cambridge, MA•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  71 reviews

Senior: This school offered a lot of support during the pandemic. Students were able to speak about their feelings and their opinions were valued. This school made being on zoom very interesting and educational. This school has raised me well and disciplined me with understanding on why having great behavior is beneficial to you and others. It is very diverse and has a lot of students coming from Haitian decent. There are lots of African-American teachers, the students feel comfortable seeing the amount of representation. This school is competitive in sports and encourage kids to participate in gym. Students do lots of hands on projects and work outside, and gardening. Students develop creativity from being at Prospect-Hill Academy. I only wish the teachers were more strict about dress code.... Read 71 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,107

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• Students 322

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• Students 247

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: The King Open community is an amazing one- supportive, engaged, and diverse. King Open focuses on social justice as its theme, which means it's integrated into the day to day curriculum rather than being a one-off topic. The school spends more time on Project Based Learning and Social Emotional Learning than most schools in Cambridge, which contribute greatly to the school's atmosphere. Teachers and staff alike are dedicated and highly skilled. King Open also houses the Olá Program, Cambridge's dual immersion Portuguese language track (you need to sign up for this program separately in the lottery). Olá teaches children in Portuguese half the day and English half the day. No Portuguese knowledge or background is needed (most kids in the classes don't have any connection to Portuguese). King Open will be moving into a brand new facility in Fall 2019. Love this school and community!... Read 5 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 358

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• 6-8

• grade B+

• Students 304

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade B+

• Students 276

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• East Boston, MA•

• Public School•

• 5-12

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  19 reviews

Senior: The school is amazing in terms of education. The teachers are always there to help support you when you need help. Although, students at Excel Academy Charter School take initiative to talk to teachers when they need help. Especially, on that certain thing that they are confused on. They offer tons of sports at Excel Academy like the wrestling team which both pushes you physically and mentally, and the other sports like volleyball or basketball. Overall, the experience at Excel Academy Charter School is amazing other than the fact that the school lunch could be improved, but other than that its a solid 4/5... Read 19 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 1,389

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• 6-8

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  Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

Niche User: This school was very good because they have a saying which is the good life, and with the good life, you can do anything.... Read 2 reviews

• grade B

• Students 261

• Student-teacher ratio 7:1

• Cambridge Public Schools, MA•

• PK, K-5

• grade B

• Students 243

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Boston, MA•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  87 reviews

Alum: I loved going to Edward M Kennedy Academy for Health Careers. Everyone who works there truly wants the best for you. Was the name of the schools says, it is directed towards health careers, but don't worry. Once you get to college, you will have the opportunity to major in something else if you find that a health career is not what you want anymore. They truly set you up for the future and will help you prosper. I loved going to Edward M Kennedy Academy for Health Careers. Everyone who works there truly wants the best for you. Was the name of the schools says, it is directed towards health careers, but don't worry. Once you get to college, you will have the opportunity to major in something else if you find that a health career is not what you want anymore. They truly set you up for the future and will help you prosper. I loved going to Edward M Kennedy Academy for Health Careers.... Read 87 reviews

• grade B

• Students 385

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1