Very Good
#502 of 2,105 schools in WI
Top 24% in state
Cumberland Elementary
Elementary School · Whitefish Bay School District
4780 N Marlborough Dr, Whitefish Bay, WI 53211
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Wisconsin schools
#502 of 2,105
In Whitefish Bay
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Whitefish Bay School District
Equity
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cumberland Elementary
Elementary School in Whitefish Bay · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cumberland Elementary
Cumberland Elementary is a public elementary school in Whitefish Bay, WI, part of Whitefish Bay School District. Cumberland Elementary serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Cumberland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #502 of 2,105 schools in WI.
Structured state assessment records for Cumberland Elementary show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 8.0
- WI avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Cumberland Elementary — Students at Cumberland Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WI FORWARD (2024-25)
Based on 34 test records from WI 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: 8.7/10.
How Cumberland Elementary Compares
See how Cumberland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4780 N Marlborough Dr, Whitefish Bay, WI 53211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cumberland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Atwater Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Lake Bluff Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Shorewood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Richards Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Whitefish Bay, see our Whitefish Bay schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY FAMILY PARISH SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Whitefish Bay High Whitefish Bay | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Whitefish Bay Middle Whitefish Bay | 0.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Lake Bluff Elementary Shorewood | 0.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Southeastern Milwaukee | 0.8 mi | — |
| Shorewood High Shorewood | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| New Horizons for Learning Shorewood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Shorewood Intermediate Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Atwater Elementary Shorewood | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Glendale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| ST ROBERT SCHOOL Shorewood | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Whitefish Bay | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL Milwaukee | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Richards Elementary Whitefish Bay | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Fratney Elementary Milwaukee | 1.8 mi | 3.9 |
| MESSMER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Milwaukee | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Gaenslen Elementary Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Hartford Avenue Elementary Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 2.8 |
| King Jr Elementary Milwaukee | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PHILIPS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Milwaukee | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 53211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,206
Median Home Value
$413,500
Median Rent
$1,225/mo
Population
34,427
College Educated
74%
Homeownership
40.8%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.8%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cambridge Elementary Cambridge, WI | 7.9 |
| Huegel Elementary Madison, WI | 7.9 |
| Jackson Elementary Elkhorn, WI | 7.9 |
| Melrose-Mindoro Elementary Melrose, WI | 7.9 |
| Netherwood Knoll Elementary Oregon, WI | 7.9 |
| Northside Elementary Monroe, WI | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cumberland Elementary
What grades does Cumberland Elementary serve?
Cumberland Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cumberland Elementary?
Cumberland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Cumberland Elementary is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cumberland Elementary rank in WI?
Cumberland Elementary ranks #502 of 2,105 schools in WI.
What is Cumberland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Cumberland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Cumberland Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cumberland Elementary has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cumberland Elementary a charter school?
No, Cumberland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cumberland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Cumberland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Cumberland Elementary?
1.8% of students at Cumberland Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Milwaukee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.3%
- Phone
- (414) 963-3943
Resources & Links
District
Whitefish Bay School District- District Enrollment
- 2,831
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,918
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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