For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,038 students in Lincoln, RI (there are 2 private schools, serving 85 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Lincoln, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
The top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, RI are Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Senior High School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lincoln, RI public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 34% statewide average). Schools in Lincoln have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Lincoln, RI (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Central Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1081 Great Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-2800
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-2800
Gr: K-5 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Senior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 Old River Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-7500
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 973 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
152 Jenckes Hill Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 721-3400
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 721-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Lonsdale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
270 River Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-4200
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-4200
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Saylesville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
50 Woodland Street
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 723-5240
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 723-5240
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Davies Career-tech High School
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Jenckes Hill Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 728-1500
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 728-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Fairlawn Way
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 649-0481
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 649-0481
Gr: 5-6 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, RI?
The top-ranked public schools in Lincoln, RI include Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Senior High School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Lincoln?
7 public schools are located in Lincoln.
What percentage of students in Lincoln go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Lincoln are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Lincoln?
Lincoln public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Lincoln are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Lincoln include: Lonsdale Elementary School vs. Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Central Elementary School vs. Lonsdale Elementary School
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