Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#502 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
89%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School's ranking?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is ranked #502 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School often compared to?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nauset Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
251 students attend Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School offer ?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School part of?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is part of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School located?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is located in the East Harwich neighborhood of Harwich, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Harwich.
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