King Open

850 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139

kingopen.cpsd.us

371 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

The King Open School, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is a vibrant K-5 public school known for its commitment to social justice, inclusivity, and community-oriented learning. Operating under the Cambridge Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a progressive educational approach that prioritizes student agency, collaboration, and the development of the "whole child." Its curriculum is designed to be culturally responsive, ensuring that students from diverse backgrounds feel represented and valued within the classroom environment.

A defining characteristic of King Open is its strong focus on community building and shared governance. The school integrates social-emotional learning into daily life, fostering an atmosphere where students are encouraged to be empathetic, engaged, and active citizens. Beyond traditional academics, the school provides various enrichment opportunities and maintains a robust partnership with families, viewing the education of each child as a collaborative effort between home and school. Its mission centers on nurturing curious, lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to a global society.

371

Total Students

39.5

Full-Time Teachers

9.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for King Open
Demographic	Student Count
White	136
Hispanic	50
Black	84
Asian	49
Two or More	52

White
136 (36.7 %)
Black
84 (22.6 %)
Two or More
52 (14.0 %)
Hispanic
50 (13.5 %)
Asian
49 (13.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Alternative School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Cambridge
Phone:	(617)349-6540
Website:	http://kingopen.cpsd.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	371
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	39.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 38

Kindergarten 64

Grade 1 59

Grade 2 59

Grade 3 52

Grade 4 48

Grade 5 51