John J. McLaughlin Cumberland vs Peace Dale School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
413 students
Peace Dale School
Peace Dale · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
412 students
| Measure | John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland, Rhode Island | Peace Dale School Peace Dale, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #46 of 172 | #43 of 172 |
| National rank | #15180 of 50,301 | #14672 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 413 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 413 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | 37.6% |
| Students per teacher | 14.2 | 11.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | Cumberland | Peace Dale |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (64.4 vs 65.2).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Peace Dale School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 37.6%).
- •Peace Dale School does better on students per teacher (11.4 vs 14.2).
- •John J. McLaughlin Cumberland is the larger school with 413 students compared with 412.
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 John J. McLaughlin Cumberland better than Peace Dale School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John J. McLaughlin Cumberland and Peace Dale School?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Cumberland and Peace Dale in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland: 413. Peace Dale School: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John J. McLaughlin Cumberland and Peace Dale School rank in Rhode Island?
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland is 46th of 172 and Peace Dale School is 43rd of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).