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Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
Middle School · Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter (District)
195 Route 137, East Harwich, MA 02645
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
251
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
5.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
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#1,288 of 1,793
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About Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is a public middle school in East Harwich, MA, part of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter (District). Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School serves approximately 251 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,288 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School — Students at Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School Compares
See how Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
195 Route 137, East Harwich, MA 02645
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Monomoy Regional Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nauset Regional Middle (rated 6.0/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Orleans), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby South Yarmouth), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Harwich, see our East Harwich schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LAUREL SCHOOL Brewster | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Monomoy Regional High School Harwich | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Cape Cod Region Vocational Technical Harwich | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Stony Brook Elementary Brewster | 3.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Harwich Elementary School Harwich | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Chatham Elementary School Chatham | 3.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Eddy Elementary Brewster | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Orleans Elementary Orleans | 5.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LATHAM SCHOOL Brewster | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Nauset Regional Middle Orleans | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Ezra H Baker Innovation School West Dennis | 7.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Eastham Elementary Eastham | 9.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Nauset Regional High North Eastham | 10.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST PIUS X SCHOOL South Yarmouth | 8.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High South Yarmouth | 9.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Middle School South Yarmouth | 9.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Dennis-Yarmouth Intermediate School South Yarmouth | 9.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Station Avenue Elementary South Yarmouth | 9.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Marguerite E Small Elementary West Yarmouth | 11.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,898
Median Home Value
$581,200
Median Rent
$1,809/mo
Population
11,060
College Educated
42.8%
Homeownership
83.2%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
56.9
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|---|---|
| Forest Park Middle Springfield, MA | 5.1 |
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| Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 5.2 |
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| Rise Academy at Van Sickle Springfield, MA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School
What grades does Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School serve?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 251 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School rank in MA?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School ranks #1,288 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School a Title I school?
No, Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 251
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.9%
- Phone
- (774) 408-7994
Resources & Links
District
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter (District)- District Enrollment
- 251
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,028
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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