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#334 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 19% in state

North Falmouth Elementary

Elementary School · Falmouth

62 Old Main Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556

Enrollment

297

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#334 of 1,793

In district

#1 of 7

Falmouth

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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North Falmouth Elementary

8.0/10

Elementary School in North Falmouth · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About North Falmouth Elementary

North Falmouth Elementary is a public elementary school in North Falmouth, MA, part of Falmouth. North Falmouth Elementary serves approximately 297 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. North Falmouth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #334 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for North Falmouth Elementary show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+24.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency61% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+13.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,686
Chronic Absenteeism26.9%

North Falmouth Elementary — Students at North Falmouth Elementary score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.8% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 56 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
67.3%
ELA
75.3%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
73%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
68.7%
ELA
58%
2023
Math
63%
ELA
61.5%
2024
Math
70%
ELA
55%
2025
Math
66.5%
ELA
56%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How North Falmouth Elementary Compares

See how North Falmouth Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
81th percentile in MA
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

Location

62 Old Main Road, North Falmouth, MA 02556

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Falmouth Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bournedale Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Bournedale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Wareham Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Wareham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Kenneth Coombs School (rated 7.7/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), with a very similar rating. For more schools in North Falmouth, see our North Falmouth schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Falmouth High Falmouth 3.4 mi 5.7
Teaticket East Falmouth 5.1 mi 7.1
FALMOUTH ACADEMY Falmouth 5.4 mi 6.6
Morse Pond School Falmouth 5.5 mi 6.9
Lawrence Falmouth 5.7 mi 5.2
Mullen-Hall Falmouth 5.8 mi 5.2
East Falmouth Elementary East Falmouth 5.3 mi 7.0
Bourne Middle School Bourne 7.1 mi 5.5
Bourne High School Bourne 7.1 mi 7.1
Bourne Intermediate School Bourne 7.2 mi 7.0
CHRISTOPHER DONOVAN DAY SCHOOL- INC Onset 7.6 mi
Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne 7.8 mi 6.8
Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee 6.2 mi 5.7
Quashnet School Mashpee 6.7 mi 6.1
Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale 8.7 mi 8.2
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 6.8 mi 7.7
Forestdale School Sandwich 7.3 mi 7.5
Wareham Elementary School Wareham 8.8 mi 8.2
Wareham Senior High Wareham 9.6 mi 6.6
Wareham Cooperative Alternative School Wareham 9.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02556 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$133,929

Median Home Value

$658,600

Population

2,586

College Educated

68.9%

Homeownership

90.4%

Poverty Rate

1.8%

Median Age

49.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Falmouth Elementary

What grades does North Falmouth Elementary serve?

North Falmouth Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend North Falmouth Elementary?

North Falmouth Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 297 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Falmouth Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Falmouth Elementary is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Falmouth Elementary rank in MA?

North Falmouth Elementary ranks #334 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is North Falmouth Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Falmouth Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 North Falmouth Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Falmouth Elementary has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Falmouth Elementary a charter school?

No, North Falmouth Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is North Falmouth Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Falmouth Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
297
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.9%

District

Falmouth
District Enrollment
2,892
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,686
District Rank
#1 of 7

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