Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lincoln Central Elementary School's student population of 423 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lincoln Central Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Central Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 289 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
9%
White
82%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Central Elementary School's ranking?
Lincoln Central Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Lincoln Central Elementary School often compared to?
Lincoln Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Lincoln Elementary School, Lonsdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln Central Elementary School?
423 students attend Lincoln Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Lincoln Central Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln Central Elementary School?
Lincoln Central Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Central Elementary School offer ?
Lincoln Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln Central Elementary School part of?
Lincoln Central Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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