Serving 474 students in grades 5-6, Morse Pond School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morse Pond School's student population of 474 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morse Pond School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morse Pond School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#487 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
78%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Pond School's ranking?
Morse Pond School is ranked #487 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Morse Pond School?
474 students attend Morse Pond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Morse Pond School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morse Pond School?
Morse Pond School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morse Pond School offer ?
Morse Pond School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Morse Pond School part of?
Morse Pond School is part of Falmouth School District.
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