A
Very Good
88/100

Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School

📚 Pre-K – 06 🏫 School Charter School
📍 21 Notre Dame Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02142
88
Repit Score
out of 100
346
Students
enrolled
16.5:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$28K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $27,942 per student
🏫 School Type Regular (Charter)

School Information

Address 21 Notre Dame Avenue
City Cambridge
ZIP Code 02142
District 2500022
NCES School ID 250002200514
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 02142

Understanding the community around Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $150,294
Per Capita Income $99,113
Poverty Rate 3.6%
Households Earning $100K+ 63.0%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 90.7%
High School or Higher 99.9%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $1,566,200
Median Rent $3,501
Owner-Occupied 11.4%
Renter-Occupied 88.6%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.2%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

Black 83.0%
Hispanic/Latino 6.4%
Two or More Races 4.9%
White 2.9%
Asian 2.6%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 346
Teachers (FTE) 21.0
Student:Teacher Ratio 16.5:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School?
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has a Repit School Score of 88 out of 100, earning a grade of A. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School?
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School has 346 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16.5:1.
What grades does Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School serve?
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School serves grades Pre-K – 06 and is classified as a School. This is a charter school.
How much funding does Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School receive per student?
Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School receives $27,942 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is above the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around Benjamin Banneker Charter Public School in 02142 ▼
Avg Home Value
$1,323,695
Avg Monthly Rent
$3,975
1-Year Change
-0.3%
% Renters
88.6%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026