For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 4,382 students in 02864, RI.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02864, RI are Community School, North Cumberland Middle School and Ashton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02864 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02864, RI have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02864, RI Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Community School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15 Arnold Mills Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-5724
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-5724
Gr: K-5 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
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 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Ashton School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2602 Mendon Road (transitional
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-0554
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-0554
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland
(Math: 58% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
205 Manville Hill Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-1660
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-1660
Gr: K-5 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Garvin Memorial
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1364 Diamond Hill Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-2557
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 333-2557
Gr: K-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
B.f. Norton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
364 Broad Street
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 722-7610
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 722-7610
Gr: K-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
52 Broad St.
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 305-6860
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 305-6860
Gr: K-4 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
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 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #99.
Blackstone Valley Prep Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3357 Mendon Rd.
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Gr: K-4 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1010.
Blackstone Valley Prep
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
291 Broad Street
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 335-3133
Gr: K-4 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
02864, Rhode Island 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3357 Mendon Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Cumberland, RI 02864
(401) 658-3210
Gr: K-1 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 02864, RI?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 02864, RI include Community School, North Cumberland Middle School and Ashton School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02864?
10 public elementary schools are located in 02864.
What is the racial composition of students in 02864?
02864 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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