Serving 432 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lillian Feinstein 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 12% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillian Feinstein El. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lillian Feinstein El. School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Lillian Feinstein 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 Lillian Feinstein El. School is 0.50, 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
#236 out of 289 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
69%
30%
Black
12%
9%
White
9%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lillian Feinstein El. School's ranking?
Lillian Feinstein El. School is ranked #236 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Lillian Feinstein El. School often compared to?
Lillian Feinstein El. Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harry Kizirian Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Lillian Feinstein El. School?
432 students attend Lillian Feinstein El. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Lillian Feinstein El. School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% 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 Lillian Feinstein El. School?
Lillian Feinstein El. School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lillian Feinstein El. School offer ?
Lillian Feinstein El. School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lillian Feinstein El. School part of?
Lillian Feinstein El. School is part of Providence School District.
In what neighborhood is Lillian Feinstein El. School located?
Lillian Feinstein El. School is located in the Elmwood neighborhood of Providence, RI. There are 2 other public schools located in Elmwood.
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