Cranston High School East vs Cumberland High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Rhode Island, United States, 21 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cranston High School East
Cranston · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,525 students
Cumberland High School
Cumberland · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,428 students
| Measure | Cranston High School East Cranston, Rhode Island | Cumberland High School Cumberland, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 66 Top 25% |
| State rank | #38 of 57 | #14 of 57 |
| National rank | #12993 of 16,910 | #4259 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,525 | 1,428 |
| Enrollment | 1,525 | 1,428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 30.4% |
| Students per teacher | 13.1 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Cranston | Cumberland |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cumberland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 31.5).
- •Cumberland High School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Cumberland High School does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 42%).
- •Cumberland High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.4% vs 73.9%).
- •Cranston High School East does better on students per teacher (13.1 vs 13.6).
- •Cranston High School East is the larger school with 1,525 students compared with 1,428.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cranston High School East better than Cumberland High School?
On the Success Index (US), Cumberland High School ranks higher (66.1 vs 31.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Cranston High School East and Cumberland High School?
About 21 km in a straight line, between Cranston and Cumberland in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cranston High School East: 1,525. Cumberland High School: 1,428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cranston High School East and Cumberland High School rank in Rhode Island?
Cranston High School East is 38th of 57 and Cumberland High School is 14th of 57 among high schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).