Serving 282 students in grades 5-8, Cumberland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cumberland Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Toledo, IL school district, covering approximately 185.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cumberland Middle School's student population of 282 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
282 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cumberland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2245 out of 3542 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
29%
White
97%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland Middle School's ranking?
Cumberland Middle School is ranked #2245 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Cumberland Middle School?
282 students attend Cumberland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Cumberland Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland Middle School?
Cumberland Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cumberland Middle School offer ?
Cumberland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Cumberland Middle School part of?
Cumberland Middle School is part of Cumberland CUSD 77 School District.
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