Serving 286 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lonsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lonsdale Elementary serves the eastern part of Lincoln, RI, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lonsdale Elementary School's student population of 286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lonsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lonsdale Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#85 out of 287 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Lonsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Lonsdale Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Lonsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Lonsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Lonsdale Elementary School?
286 students attend Lonsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lonsdale Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lonsdale Elementary School?
Lonsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lonsdale Elementary School offer ?
Lonsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lonsdale Elementary School part of?
Lonsdale Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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