Cumberland School District

2602 Mendon Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(District boundaries shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%

Top Rankings

Cumberland School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Rhode Island for:

Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 20%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 20%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 118 students in Cumberland School District.
Public Preschools in Cumberland School District have a diversity score of 0.67, which is equal to the Rhode Island public preschool average of 0.67.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Rhode Island public preschool average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Overview

This School District
This State (RI)
# Schools
9 Schools
59 Schools
# Students
4,829 Students
19,920 Students
# Teachers
344 Teachers
1,495 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1

District Rank

Cumberland School District, which is ranked within the top 20% of all 62 school districts in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 91% has increased from 87% over five school years.
This School District
State Average (RI)
#10 out of 63 school districts
(Top 20%)
This chart displays the overall district rank of Cumberland  School District, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50%
27%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Cumberland  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
51%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Cumberland  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
52%
31%
This chart displays the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Cumberland  School District and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
91%
83%
This chart displays public school graduation rate of Cumberland  School District and public school graduation rate of Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.

Students by Ethnicity:

0.47
0.67
# American Indian Students
3 Students
156 Students
% American Indian Students
n/a
1%
# Asian Students
311 Students
571 Students
% Asian Students
7%
3%
# Hispanic Students
688 Students
6,341 Students
% Hispanic Students
14%
32%
# Black Students
191 Students
1,836 Students
% Black Students
4%
10%
# White Students
3,421 Students
9,320 Students
% White Students
71%
47%
# Hawaiian Students
n/a
40 Students
% Hawaiian Students
n/a
1%
# Two or more races Students
214 Students
1,156 Students
% of Two or more races Students
4%
6%

Students by Grade:

# Students in PK Grade:
118
3,320
# Students in K Grade:
381
3,080
# Students in 1st Grade:
368
2,986
# Students in 2nd Grade:
376
2,902
# Students in 3rd Grade:
362
2,651
# Students in 4th Grade:
345
2,805
# Students in 5th Grade:
369
2,071
# Students in 6th Grade:
365
56
# Students in 7th Grade:
369
27
# Students in 8th Grade:
358
22
# Students in 9th Grade:
381
-
# Students in 10th Grade:
332
-
# Students in 11th Grade:
366
-
# Students in 12th Grade:
339
-
# Ungraded Students:
-
-

District Revenue and Spending

The revenue/student of $16,123 in this school district is less than the state median of $22,250. The school district revenue/student has declined by 5% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $16,128 is less than the state median of $21,467. The school district spending/student has declined by 5% over four school years.
This School District
This State (RI)
Total Revenue
$78 MM
$2,998 MM
This chart displays total revenue of Cumberland  School District and median value from total revenues of all school districts in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending
$78 MM
$2,892 MM
This chart displays total spending of Cumberland  School District and median value from total spendings of all school districts in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Revenue / Student
$16,123
$22,250
This chart displays average revenue per public school student in Cumberland  School District and average revenue per public school student of all school districts in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Spending / Student
$16,128
$21,467
This chart displays average spending per public school student in Cumberland  School District and average spending per public school student of all school districts in Rhode Island by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.

Best Cumberland School District Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
130 Scott Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-1600
Grades: PK
| 118 students

Recent Articles

What Is A Charter School?
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and Evolution
We explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • District size: 9 schools
  • Grades: PK-12
  • Enrollment: 4,829 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 29%
  • : 91% (Top 50% in RI)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50% (Top 20%)
  • : 51% (Top 20%)
  • : 52% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education

Quick Links