For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,092 students in Cumberland, RI.
The top ranked public middle schools in Cumberland, RI are North Cumberland Middle School and Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cumberland, RI public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in Cumberland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Cumberland, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Cumberland Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 Nate Whipple Highway
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-6306
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-6306
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Rank: #22.
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 Highland Avenue
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 725-2092
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 725-2092
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
Cumberland, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3357 Mendon Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Grades: K-1
| 154 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Cumberland, RI?
The top ranked public middle schools in Cumberland, RI include North Cumberland Middle School and Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Cumberland?
2 public middle schools are located in Cumberland.
What is the racial composition of students in Cumberland?
Cumberland public middle schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Cumberland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Cumberland include: North Cumberland Middle School vs. Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School
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