Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Northern Lincoln Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 38% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northern Lincoln Elementary School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Northern Lincoln Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Lincoln Elementary 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
#116 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
9%
9%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Lincoln Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Lincoln Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Northern Lincoln Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Lincoln 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% RI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Northern Lincoln Elementary School?
495 students attend Northern Lincoln Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Northern Lincoln Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Lincoln Elementary School?
Northern Lincoln Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Northern Lincoln Elementary School offer ?
Northern Lincoln Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Lincoln Elementary School part of?
Northern Lincoln Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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