Serving 631 students in grades 6-8, North Cumberland Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- 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 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Cumberland Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Cumberland Middle School is 0.38, 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
#36 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 North Cumberland Middle School's ranking?
North Cumberland Middle School is ranked #36 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% 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?
631 students attend North Cumberland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of North Cumberland Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Cumberland Middle School?
North Cumberland Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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
What school district is North Cumberland Middle School part of?
North Cumberland Middle School is part of Cumberland School District.
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