Serving 662 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 10% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 17:1 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 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 662 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred Lima Sr. El School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Providence, RI, covering an area of approximately 20.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 2.5 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest point located 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred Lima Sr. El School's student population of 662 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
662 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred Lima Sr. El School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred Lima Sr. El School is 0.37, 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
#269 out of 287 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
79%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.1%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #269 out of 287 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, Leviton Dual Language School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% 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?
662 students attend Alfred Lima Sr. El School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Alfred Lima Sr. El School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 17:1, 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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