For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,125 students in 02864, RI.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02864, RI are North Cumberland Middle School and Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 02864 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public middle school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 30% statewide average). Middle schools in 02864, RI have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Rhode Island public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02864, RI Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Cumberland Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
400 Nate Whipple Highway
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-6306
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-6306
Gr: 6-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
45 Highland Avenue
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 725-2092
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 725-2092
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 02864, RI?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 02864, RI include North Cumberland Middle School and Joseph L. Mccourt Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 02864?
2 public middle schools are located in 02864.
What is the racial composition of students in 02864?
02864 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public middle schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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