Morse Pond School
482 Students
Middle School 5th - 6th
School Overview
Morse Pond School, located in Falmouth, Massachusetts, serves as a dedicated middle-level educational institution within the Falmouth Public Schools district. The school is specifically designed to support the academic and social transition of students in the 5th and 6th grades, providing a focused environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the more complex middle school experience. Its curriculum is centered on fostering foundational skills while encouraging students to explore new subjects and develop greater personal responsibility in a structured, nurturing setting.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and character development, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere where students feel connected to both their peers and their teachers. By utilizing a variety of instructional approaches, Morse Pond seeks to address the diverse learning needs of its pre-adolescent population, preparing them for the challenges of the upper middle school years and beyond. The school maintains a close partnership with the broader Falmouth community, ensuring that families remain an integral part of the educational process.
Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on community and character development, aiming to create a collaborative atmosphere where students feel connected to both their peers and their teachers. By utilizing a variety of instructional approaches, Morse Pond seeks to address the diverse learning needs of its pre-adolescent population, preparing them for the challenges of the upper middle school years and beyond. The school maintains a close partnership with the broader Falmouth community, ensuring that families remain an integral part of the educational process.
482
Total Students
45.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 352 |
| Hispanic | 46 |
| Black | 29 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More | 39 |
| American Indian | 8 |
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White352 (73.2 %)
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Hispanic46 (9.6 %)
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Two or More39 (8.1 %)
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Black29 (6.0 %)
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American Indian8 (1.7 %)
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Asian7 (1.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Falmouth |
| Phone: | (508)548-7300 |
| Website: | http://www.falmouth.k12.ma.us |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 6th |
| Total Students: | 482 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
252
Grade 6
230
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 252 |
| Grade 6 | 230 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 214 | 44.4% |
| Male | 267 | 55.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.2% |
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Middle School 7th - 8th