For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 394 students in Rumford, RI (there are , serving 266 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in Rumford, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Rumford, RI is Myron J. Francis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rumford, RI public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 27%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in Rumford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Rumford, RI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Myron J. Francis Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
64 Bourne Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7829
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7829
Grades: K-5
| 394 students
Rumford, Rhode Island 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
215 Ferris Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7838
Rumford, RI 02916
(401) 435-7838
Grades: PK
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rumford, RI?
The top ranked public schools in Rumford, RI include Myron J. Francis Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rumford?
1 public schools are located in Rumford.
What percentage of students in Rumford go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in Rumford are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Rumford?
Rumford public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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