Serving 1,979 students in grades 9-12, Cambridge Rindge And Latin ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (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 63% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,979 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cambridge Rindge And Latin ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cambridge Rindge And Latin's student population of 1,979 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 218 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
218 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cambridge Rindge And Latin ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cambridge Rindge And Latin is 0.76, 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
#306 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
26%
10%
White
37%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cambridge Rindge And Latin's ranking?
Cambridge Rindge And Latin is ranked #306 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cambridge Rindge And Latin often compared to?
Cambridge Rindge And Latinis often viewed alongside schools like Somerville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cambridge Rindge And Latin?
The graduation rate of Cambridge Rindge And Latin is 93%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cambridge Rindge And Latin?
1,979 students attend Cambridge Rindge And Latin.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Cambridge Rindge And Latin students are White, 26% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cambridge Rindge And Latin?
Cambridge Rindge And Latin has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cambridge Rindge And Latin offer ?
Cambridge Rindge And Latin offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cambridge Rindge And Latin part of?
Cambridge Rindge And Latin is part of Cambridge School District.
In what neighborhood is Cambridge Rindge And Latin located?
Cambridge Rindge And Latin is located in the Mid Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA.
School Reviews
5 5/23/2022
Some really dedicated and creative teachers. Diverse and aware and socially conscious student population. Have to laugh at all those Harvard profs who moved to Lexington and Belmont for better high schools.
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