KENNEDY-LONGFELLOW

Kennedy-Longfellow is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cambridge school district, located in Cambridge, MA with about 293 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Kennedy-Longfellow has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Kennedy-Longfellow School, located in East Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a vibrant public elementary school serving students from junior kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Cambridge Public Schools district, the school is known for its focus on creating a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative learning environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded curriculum that blends rigorous academics with social-emotional learning, aiming to support the development of the whole child while fostering a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families.

A distinguishing feature of the Kennedy-Longfellow experience is its commitment to innovation and personalized instruction. The school leverages its urban setting to provide unique learning opportunities and often integrates technology and project-based activities into the classroom to engage students. With an active parent-teacher organization and a dedication to cultural responsiveness, the school strives to ensure that every student feels valued and prepared for future academic success.

For more information, contact Kennedy-Longfellow at (617) 349-6841 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.