Serving 251 students in grades 6-8, Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#555 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
88%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School's ranking?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is ranked #555 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School often compared to?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nauset Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
251 students attend Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School offer ?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School part of?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is part of Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School located?
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School is located in the East Harwich neighborhood of Harwich, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Harwich.
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