B.F. NORTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

B.F. Norton Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cumberland school district, located in Cumberland, RI with about 374 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 26 teachers, B.F. Norton Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

B.F. Norton Elementary School, located on Broad Street in Cumberland, Rhode Island, serves as a foundational academic institution within the Cumberland School District. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students in their early academic years can develop essential skills in literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. By emphasizing a rigorous curriculum alongside character development, the school aims to prepare its young learners for success in their future educational endeavors.

Beyond core academics, B.F. Norton places a strong value on community engagement and the partnership between educators, families, and the town of Cumberland. The school environment is structured to encourage curiosity and collaboration, often utilizing various extracurricular opportunities and school-wide initiatives to enhance the student experience. As a key part of the local neighborhood, the school remains dedicated to maintaining high standards of excellence while ensuring that every student feels welcomed and empowered to reach their full potential.

For more information, contact B.F. Norton Elementary School at (401) 722-7610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.