Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland's student population of 431 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland 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 John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is 0.53, 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
#48 out of 289 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
3%
9%
White
66%
51%
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
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland's ranking?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is ranked #48 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland often compared to?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberlandis often viewed alongside schools like Ashton School, Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland?
431 students attend John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland offer ?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland part of?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is part of Cumberland School District.
In what neighborhood is John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland located?
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland is located in the Cumberland Hill neighborhood of Cumberland, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Cumberland Hill.
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