Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½'s student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 90% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ is 0.31, which is less 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
#79 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
83%
10%
White
3%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½'s ranking?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ is ranked #79 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ often compared to?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½is often viewed alongside schools like Brooke Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½?
346 students attend Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ offer ?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ part of?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ is part of Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ located?
Benjamin Banneker Charter 91¹û¶³´«Ã½ is located in the North Cambridge neighborhood of Cambridge, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in North Cambridge.
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