District Overview
Bourne Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district headquartered at 36 Sandwich Road in Bourne, Massachusetts. Situated within a large suburban setting in the Barnstable Town metropolitan area, the district provides a continuous educational continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade across four operational schools. Serving a student body of 1,519 learners, Bourne offers comprehensive academic pathways, early learning opportunities, and specialized ungraded programming. The district's student population reflects a vibrant local community, composed of 740 female and 779 male students representing a range of cultural backgrounds, including White, multiracial, Hispanic, Asian, Black, American Indian, and Pacific Islander families.

To foster an engaging learning environment and support holistic student growth, the district maintains a robust workforce totaling more than 523 full-time equivalent staff members. This team is anchored by nearly 296 full-time teachers, supported by approximately 46 instructional aides and 182 dedicated support personnel, ensuring students receive attentive instruction and comprehensive administrative care. As an independent, non-charter district, Bourne Public Schools stands as a vital educational institution for local families and a compelling subject for educational researchers examining suburban school systems in coastal Massachusetts. Additional information regarding district programs and enrollment can be found through their official website at bourneps.org.
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Total Schools
1,519
Total Students
296.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Bourne
Demographic Student Count
White1,218
Hispanic106
Black30
Asian36
Two or More115
American Indian12
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    1,218 (80.2%)
  • Two or More
    115 (7.6%)
  • Hispanic
    106 (7.0%)
  • Asian
    36 (2.4%)
  • Black
    30 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    12 (0.8%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Bourne
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary2
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:4
Students:1,519*
Teachers (FTE):296.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.1
Schools in Bourne
Found 4 Schools