Serving 482 students in grades 6-8, Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph L. McCourt MS serves the southern part of Cumberland, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 7.8 square miles. Families typically experience a quick drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School's student population of 482 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School is 0.57, 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
#144 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-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 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Scottie Dog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School's ranking?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School is ranked #144 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School often compared to?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Cumberland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School?
482 students attend Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School offer ?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School part of?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School located?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle 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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