For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,024 students in 02540, MA (there are 1 private school, serving 180 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 02540, MA are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
The top-ranked public schools in 02540, MA are Falmouth High School, Morse Pond School and Lawrence. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02540 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Massachusetts public school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 45% statewide average). Schools in 02540, MA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02540, MA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Falmouth High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
874 Gifford Street
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 540-2200
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 540-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Morse Pond School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
323 Jones Road
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-7300
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-7300
Gr: 5-6 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Lawrence
(Math: 42% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
113 Lakeview Avenue
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-0606
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-0606
Gr: 7-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Mullen-hall
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 Katherine Lee Bates Rd
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-0220
Falmouth, MA 02540
(508) 548-0220
Gr: K-4 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 02540, MA?
The top-ranked public schools in 02540, MA include Falmouth High School, Morse Pond School and Lawrence.
How many public schools are located in 02540?
4 public schools are located in 02540.
What percentage of students in 02540 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 02540 are educated in public schools (compared to the MA state average of 88%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02540?
02540 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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