Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
383 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#85 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
3%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
3%
9%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland's ranking?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is ranked #85 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland often compared to?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberlandis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton School, Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland?
383 students attend John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland offer ?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland part of?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is part of Cumberland School District.
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