Serving 436 students in grades 6-8, Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School 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 11:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 436 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- 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 Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School's student population of 436 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
436 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School 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 Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. 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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
7%
9%
White
63%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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 Middle School's ranking?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School 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 Middle School?
436 students attend Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School offer ?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School part of?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School located?
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School is located in the Valley Falls neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 4 other public schools located in Valley Falls.
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