Very Good
#60 of 302 schools in RI
Top 20% in state
B.f. Norton Elementary School
Elementary School · Cumberland
364 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI 02864
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
372
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#60 of 302
In Cumberland
#4 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Cumberland
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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B.f. Norton Elementary School
Elementary School in Cumberland · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About B.f. Norton Elementary School
B.f. Norton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cumberland, RI, part of Cumberland. B.f.
Norton Elementary School serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. B.f. Norton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #60 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for B.f. Norton Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- RI avg 6.1
Score Breakdown
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B.f. Norton Elementary School — Students at B.f. Norton Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How B.f. Norton Elementary School Compares
See how B.f. Norton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
364 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI 02864
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering B.f. Norton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), with a very similar rating. Another option is Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Garvin Memorial (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cumberland, see our Cumberland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Joseph L. McCourt MS Cumberland | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| The Learning Community Central Falls | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Calcutt Middle School Central Falls | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Ella Risk School Central Falls | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Garvin Memorial Cumberland | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| THE SPURWINK SCHOOL Lincoln | 1.1 mi | — |
| Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Central Falls Sr High Central Falls | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Saylesville Elementary Lincoln | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Robert J. Coelho Middle School Attleboro | 1.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,737
Median Home Value
$394,800
Median Rent
$1,251/mo
Population
36,383
College Educated
43.1%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
4.2%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Scott School Warwick, RI | 7.7 |
| Sowams Elementary School Barrington, RI | 7.7 |
| Colt Andrews School Bristol, RI | 7.8 |
| Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls, RI | 7.8 |
| Frenchtown School East Greenwich, RI | 7.6 |
| GORDON SCHOOL East Providence, RI | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about B.f. Norton Elementary School
What grades does B.f. Norton Elementary School serve?
B.f. Norton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend B.f. Norton Elementary School?
B.f. Norton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at B.f. Norton Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at B.f. Norton Elementary School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does B.f. Norton Elementary School rank in RI?
B.f. Norton Elementary School ranks #60 of 302 schools in RI.
What is B.f. Norton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
B.f. Norton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at B.f. Norton Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, B.f. Norton Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is B.f. Norton Elementary School a charter school?
No, B.f. Norton Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is B.f. Norton Elementary School a Title I school?
No, B.f. Norton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for B.f. Norton Elementary School?
42.2% of students at B.f. Norton Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.8%
- Phone
- (401) 722-7610
Resources & Links
District
Cumberland- District Enrollment
- 4,868
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,198
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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