Serving 480 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 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Morse Pond School's student population of 480 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
School Motto
A Community Committed to Excellence: Every Student. Every Day.
School Rankings
Morse Pond 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 Morse Pond School is 0.46, 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
#440 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
72%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morse Pond School's ranking?
Morse Pond School is ranked #440 out of 1,626 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?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Morse Pond School?
480 students attend Morse Pond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Morse Pond School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morse Pond School part of?
Morse Pond School is part of Falmouth School District.
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