Serving 1,418 students in grades 9-12, Cumberland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,418 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cumberland High School's student population of 1,418 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cumberland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland High School is 0.46, 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
#68 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
16%
30%
Black
5%
9%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland High School's ranking?
Cumberland High School is ranked #68 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Cumberland High School often compared to?
Cumberland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cumberland High School?
The graduation rate of Cumberland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Cumberland High School?
1,418 students attend Cumberland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Cumberland High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cumberland High School?
Cumberland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cumberland High School offer ?
Cumberland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Cumberland High School part of?
Cumberland High School is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is Cumberland High School located?
Cumberland High School is located in the Cumberland Hill neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Cumberland Hill.
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