Falmouth High School is a public high school located in the town of Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States. The school serves roughly 870 students in grades 9–12. Over the past few years, Falmouth High School has undergone major renovations.
Serving 727 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 10:1 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 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- 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%)
- 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 727 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
76%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 90%.
How many students attend Falmouth High School?
727 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, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Falmouth High School?
Falmouth High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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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