Cumberland High School

1000 8th Ave
Cumberland, WI 54829
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 297 students in grades 9-12, Cumberland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in WI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Cumberland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:

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School Overview

Cumberland High School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Cumberland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#1243 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30-34%
40%
30-34%
38%
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
83%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.30
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cumberland High School's ranking?
Cumberland High School is ranked #1243 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are Cumberland High School often compared to?
Cumberland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rice Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland High School?
The graduation rate of Cumberland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend Cumberland High School?
297 students attend Cumberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cumberland High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland High School?
Cumberland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cumberland High School offer ?
Cumberland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cumberland High School part of?
Cumberland High School is part of Cumberland School District.

School Reviews

5   9/9/2014
I LOVE Cumberland Schools. We have the highest technology and great teachers. There are so many opportunities there and they have a great athletic program. Cumberland is the best!!!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - 19055
5   12/11/2012
I love this school!!! The teachers are the best and the middle school students get iPads and the high school gets Mac books!!! We have a lot of fun while learning and there are a ton of opportunities! Cumberland is the best school around!!(;
- Posted by Student/Alumni - peanu

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 297 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 17%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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