For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 100 students in 02139, MA (there are 9 public schools, serving 3,448 public students). 3% of all K-12 students in 02139, MA are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
33% of private schools in 02139, MA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
Private Schools in 02139, MA (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
James F Farr Academy
Special Education School
71 Pearl St
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 492-4922
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 492-4922
Gr: 8-12 | 29 students
Malik Academy/ Al Bustan Preschool
(Islamic)
808 Memorial Dr
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 868-2322
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 868-2322
Gr: PK-8 | 53 students
364A Broadway
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-0757
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 876-0757
Gr: PK-K | 18 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition listed
02139, Massachusetts Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
85 Bishop Allen Dr
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 547-5554
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 547-5554
Gr: K-1 | 6 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 02139, MA?
3 private schools are located in 02139, MA.
What percentage of students in 02139 go to private school?
3% of all K-12 students in 02139 are educated in private schools (compared to the MA state average of 12%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 02139?
33% of private schools in 02139 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Islamic).
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