JOSEPH L. MCCOURT MIDDLE SCHOOL

Joseph L. McCourt MS is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cumberland school district, located in Cumberland, RI with about 446 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 38 teachers, Joseph L. McCourt MS has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Joseph L. McCourt Middle School, located at 45 Highland Avenue in Cumberland, Rhode Island, serves as a key educational institution within the Cumberland School Department. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development necessary for students during their middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for the challenges of high school and beyond, emphasizing both core academic subjects and critical thinking skills.

Beyond the classroom, Joseph L. McCourt Middle School focuses on cultivating a supportive community culture that encourages student involvement. The school typically provides various extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, clubs, and arts programs, which allow students to explore their interests and build collaborative relationships with their peers and staff. Located in a residential area of Cumberland, the school plays an active role in the local community, striving to maintain a strong partnership between educators, students, and families to ensure overall student success.

For more information, contact Joseph L. McCourt MS at (401) 725-2092 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.