Serving 645 students in grades Kindergarten-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 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alfred Lima Sr. El School's student population of 645 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Alfred Lima Sr. El School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Lima Sr. El School is 0.40, 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
#279 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
77%
30%
Black
11%
9%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred Lima Sr. El School's ranking?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School is ranked #279 out of 289 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 Robert F. Kennedy El. School, Emma G. Whiteknact 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 27% RI state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Alfred Lima Sr. El School?
645 students attend Alfred Lima Sr. El School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alfred Lima Sr. El School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred Lima Sr. El School?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred Lima Sr. El School part of?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Alfred Lima Sr. El School located?
Alfred Lima Sr. El School is located in the West End neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 6 other public schools located in West End.
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