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Lawrence
Middle School · Falmouth
113 Lakeview Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,262 of 1,793
In Falmouth
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 7
Falmouth
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About Lawrence
Lawrence is a public middle school in Falmouth, MA, part of Falmouth. Lawrence serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Lawrence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,262 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Lawrence show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Lawrence sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
33% of students at Lawrence were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Lawrence — Students at Lawrence score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 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: 3.1/10.
How Lawrence Compares
See how Lawrence performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
113 Lakeview Avenue, Falmouth, MA 02540
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lawrence may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Morse Pond School (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bourne Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Bourne), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Falmouth, see our Falmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mullen-Hall Falmouth | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Morse Pond School Falmouth | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Teaticket East Falmouth | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Falmouth High Falmouth | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth | 3.2 mi | 7.0 |
| North Falmouth Elementary North Falmouth | 5.7 mi | 8.0 |
| VINEYARD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Vineyard Haven | 6.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Tisbury Elementary Vineyard Haven | 7.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Oak Bluffs Elementary Oak Bluffs | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee | 7.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee | 7.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Martha's Vineyard Regional High Oak Bluffs | 9.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Quashnet School Mashpee | 7.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Martha's Vineyard Charter Public School West Tisbury | 9.7 mi | 7.5 |
| West Tisbury Elementary West Tisbury | 10.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Forestdale School Sandwich | 11.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Bourne Middle School Bourne | 12.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Bourne High School Bourne | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Bourne Intermediate School Bourne | 12.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02540 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,266
Median Home Value
$756,300
Median Rent
$1,328/mo
Population
8,354
College Educated
58.7%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
62.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence, MA | 5.2 |
| Leicester Middle Leicester, MA | 5.2 |
| West Middle School Brockton, MA | 5.2 |
| Alexander B Bruce Lawrence, MA | 5.3 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester, MA | 5.3 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn, MA | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lawrence
What grades does Lawrence serve?
Lawrence serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Lawrence?
Lawrence has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lawrence?
The student-teacher ratio at Lawrence is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lawrence rank in MA?
Lawrence ranks #1,262 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Lawrence's MySchoolScout rating?
Lawrence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Lawrence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lawrence has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lawrence a charter school?
No, Lawrence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lawrence a Title I school?
No, Lawrence is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 459
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Barnstable County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.9%
- Phone
- (508) 548-0606
Resources & Links
District
Falmouth- District Enrollment
- 2,892
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,686
- District Rank
- #6 of 7
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