Serving 874 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Falmouth Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 95% (which is higher than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 874 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ME
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Falmouth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Falmouth Elementary School's student population of 874 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
874 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Falmouth Elementary 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 Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#22 out of 500 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
5%
White
87%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 Elementary School's ranking?
Falmouth Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Falmouth Elementary School often compared to?
Falmouth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yarmouth Elementary School, Mabel I Wilson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
How many students attend Falmouth Elementary School?
874 students attend Falmouth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Falmouth Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Falmouth Elementary School?
Falmouth Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Falmouth Elementary School offer ?
Falmouth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Falmouth Elementary School part of?
Falmouth Elementary School is part of Falmouth Public Schools.
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