Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cumberland School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cumberland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Cumberland School's student population of 308 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Colors
Cougar Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cumberland School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cumberland School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2074 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
36%
18%
White
21%
63%
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cumberland School's ranking?
Cumberland School is ranked #2074 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Cumberland School?
308 students attend Cumberland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Cumberland School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cumberland School?
Cumberland School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cumberland School offer ?
Cumberland School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cumberland School part of?
Cumberland School is part of Lansing Public School District.
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