Serving 643 students in grades 6-8, North Cumberland Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: North Cumberland Middle serves the northern part of Cumberland, RI, covering an area of approximately 20.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.6 miles and the furthest edge located 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Cumberland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Cumberland Middle School's student population of 643 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
North Cumberland Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cumberland Middle School is 0.42, 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
#16 out of 287 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
9%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Black
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
75%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Cumberland Middle School's ranking?
North Cumberland Middle School is ranked #16 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are North Cumberland Middle School often compared to?
North Cumberland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend North Cumberland Middle School?
643 students attend North Cumberland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of North Cumberland Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Cumberland Middle School?
North Cumberland Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Cumberland Middle School offer ?
North Cumberland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Cumberland Middle School part of?
North Cumberland Middle School is part of Cumberland School District.
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