Serving 374 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 12:1 is lower than 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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: B.F. Norton Elementary School serves the southern part of Cumberland, RI, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 1.3 miles away.
- 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
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School Overview
B.f. Norton Elementary School's student population of 374 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.61, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
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?
374 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, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of B.f. Norton Elementary School?
B.f. Norton Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than 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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