Serving 415 students in grades 6-8, Falmouth Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 97% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 97% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falmouth Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Falmouth Middle School's student population of 415 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Falmouth Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Falmouth Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#23 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Falmouth Middle School's ranking?
Falmouth Middle School is ranked #23 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Falmouth Middle School often compared to?
Falmouth Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 97% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Falmouth Middle School?
415 students attend Falmouth Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Falmouth Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falmouth Middle School?
Falmouth Middle School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Falmouth Middle School offer ?
Falmouth Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falmouth Middle School part of?
Falmouth Middle School is part of Falmouth School District.
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