Serving 714 students in grades 9-12, Falmouth High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Falmouth High's attendance zone encompasses the entire Falmouth school district, covering approximately 54.4 square miles. Families can expect an average drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falmouth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Falmouth High School's student population of 714 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Falmouth High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falmouth High School is 0.41, 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
#367 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falmouth High School's ranking?
Falmouth High School is ranked #367 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Falmouth High School often compared to?
Falmouth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mashpee Middle-high School, Sandwich Middle High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Falmouth High School?
The graduation rate of Falmouth High School is 89%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 89.2%.
How many students attend Falmouth High School?
714 students attend Falmouth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Falmouth High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falmouth High School?
Falmouth High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Falmouth High School offer ?
Falmouth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Falmouth High School part of?
Falmouth High School is part of Falmouth School District.
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