Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool 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 31% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool's student population of 425 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#147 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
5%
9%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool's ranking?
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool is ranked #147 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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 MiddleSchool?
425 students attend Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool?
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool 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 MiddleSchool offer ?
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool part of?
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool located?
Joseph L. Mccourt MiddleSchool is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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