For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 391 students in Rumford, RI (there are 3 private schools, serving 253 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Rumford, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public school in Rumford, RI is Myron J. Francis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rumford, RI public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Rumford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rumford, RI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Myron J. Francis Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
64 Bourne Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7829
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7829
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rumford, Rhode Island Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
215 Ferris Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7838
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7838
Gr: PK | 11 students Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rumford, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in Rumford, RI include Myron J. Francis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rumford?
1 public schools are located in Rumford.
What percentage of students in Rumford go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Rumford are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rumford?
Rumford public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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