Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-5, B.f. Norton Elementary School 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
B.f. Norton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
B.f. Norton Elementary School's student population of 372 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
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Cumberland School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, Religion, national origin, sexual orientation, color or disability in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
School Rankings
B.f. Norton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of B.f. Norton Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#77 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
8%
9%
White
56%
51%
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
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is B.f. Norton Elementary School's ranking?
B.f. Norton Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend B.f. Norton Elementary School?
372 students attend B.f. Norton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of B.f. Norton Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of B.f. Norton Elementary School?
B.f. Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does B.f. Norton Elementary School offer ?
B.f. Norton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is B.f. Norton Elementary School part of?
B.f. Norton Elementary School is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is B.f. Norton Elementary School located?
B.f. Norton Elementary School is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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