Best Schools in Cumberland, Rhode Island
13 schools · 8 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Cumberland?
Use this page to compare every school in Cumberland by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Blackstone Valley Prep
Elementary · Blackstone Valley Prep a Ri Mayoral Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Elementary · Blackstone Valley Prep a Ri Mayoral Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Blackstone Valley Prep Element
Elementary · Blackstone Valley Prep a Ri Mayoral Academy. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cumberland for 2026 are Blackstone Valley Prep (8.7/10), Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 (8.4/10), and Blackstone Valley Prep Element (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 12 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$394,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
13
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$394,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 8.1/10 despite 5% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Cumberland schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +9.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Cumberland schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Cumberland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 12 rated schools; 13 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blackstone Valley Prep | 8.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Blackstone Valley Prep Element | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Community School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Joseph L. Mccourt MS | 8.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Blackstone Valley Prep High | 7.3 / 10 |
| 7 | John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland | 7.2 / 10 |
| 8 | North Cumberland Middle | 7.2 / 10 |
| 9 | B.f. Norton Elementary School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 10 | Ashton School | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $118,737
- Median home value
- $394,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 43%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
62% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Cumberland compares
Rhode Island rank
#8 of 33
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.8
above Rhode Island avg (6.4)
Median household income
$119k
121% of Rhode Island median
Schools in this city
13
Cumberland runs 69% of Cumberland's public schools
Cumberland touches 2 districts, but Cumberland is the one most addresses actually attend.
Cumberland accounts for 9 of 13 public schools (69%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 4.
Among 12 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.3 to 8.7 — the spread is inside Cumberland, not a citywide average.
- Cumberland9 public · 69%
- Blackstone Valley Prep A Ri Mayoral Academy4 public · 31%
About Schools in Cumberland, Rhode Island
Cumberland, Rhode Island is home to 13 schools, including 13 public schools. The city's schools span 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Cumberland perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Cumberland is Blackstone Valley Prep with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cumberland is served by 2 school districts: Cumberland, Blackstone Valley Prep A RI Mayoral Academy. These districts collectively serve 7,108 students.
Cumberland's community shows 43% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $118,737. The poverty rate in the area is 4.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
8 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 406 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.7 |
| 2 | 414 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.4 |
| 3 | 269 students · Kindergarten–4th | 8.2 |
| 4 | 672 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 5 | 431 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
| 6 | 372 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.6 |
| 7 | 327 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 8 | 399 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 461 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 631 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 410 students · 9th–12th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 1,418 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 118 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.6 |
Schools in Cumberland
Cumberland, Rhode Island · 13 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$118,737
Median Home Value
$394,800
Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Population
36,383
College Educated
43%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Community Profile
Cumberland has a median household income of $118,737. It is a well-educated community where 43% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $394,800, with a median rent of $1,251/month. The local poverty rate of 4.2% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Rhode Island
- Elementary
- 8
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Cumberland, Rhode Island
How many schools are in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
Cumberland has 13 schools, including 13 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cumberland is 7.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked school in Cumberland on MySchoolScout is Blackstone Valley Prep with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cumberland on MySchoolScout is Blackstone Valley Prep with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best middle school in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked middle school in Cumberland on MySchoolScout is Joseph L. Mccourt MS with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The top-ranked high school in Cumberland on MySchoolScout is Blackstone Valley Prep High with a composite score of 7.3/10.
How many school districts serve Cumberland, Rhode Island?
Cumberland is served by 2 school districts: Cumberland, Blackstone Valley Prep a Ri Mayoral Academy.
What is the education level in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
According to Census data, 43% of adults in Cumberland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The median household income in Cumberland is approximately $118,737 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cumberland is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cumberland, Rhode Island?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Rhode Island Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.