Serving 435 students in grades 2-5, Alfred Lima Sr. El School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred Lima Sr. El School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alfred Lima Sr. El School's student population of 435 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
Total Students
435 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alfred Lima Sr. El School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Lima Sr. El School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#268 out of 288 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
13%
9%
White
5%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Lima Sr. El School's ranking?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School is ranked #268 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Alfred Lima Sr. El School often compared to?
Alfred Lima Sr. El Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma G. Whiteknact School, Robert F. Kennedy El. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
How many students attend Alfred Lima Sr. El School?
435 students attend Alfred Lima Sr. El School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Alfred Lima Sr. El School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Lima Sr. El School?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alfred Lima Sr. El School offer ?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School offers enrollment in grades 2-5
What school district is Alfred Lima Sr. El School part of?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School is part of Providence School District.
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