Ella Risk School vs John J. McLaughlin Cumberland
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ella Risk School
Central Falls · Public elementary · Grades K–5
414 students
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
| Measure | Ella Risk School Central Falls, Rhode Island | John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #147 of 172 | #46 of 172 |
| National rank | #43145 of 50,301 | #15180 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 414 | 413 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 413 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.1% | 22.3% |
| Students per teacher | 11.2 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 57% |
| city | Central Falls | Cumberland |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.4 vs 22.7).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland does better on math proficiency (57% vs 18%).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 24%).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 90.1%).
- •Ella Risk School does better on students per teacher (11.2 vs 14.2).
- •Ella Risk School is the larger school with 414 students compared with 413.
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 Ella Risk School better than John J. McLaughlin Cumberland?
On the Success Index (US), John J. McLaughlin Cumberland ranks higher (64.4 vs 22.7 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 Ella Risk School and John J. McLaughlin Cumberland?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Central Falls and Cumberland in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ella Risk School: 414. John J. McLaughlin Cumberland: 413. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ella Risk School and John J. McLaughlin Cumberland rank in Rhode Island?
Ella Risk School is 147th of 172 and John J. McLaughlin Cumberland is 46th of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).