For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,185 students in 02865, RI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02865, RI are Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Lonsdale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 02865 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 31% statewide average). Elementary schools in 02865, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02865, RI Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
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 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
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 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
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: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
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 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 02865, RI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 02865, RI include Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School and Lonsdale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 02865?
5 public elementary schools are located in 02865.
What is the racial composition of students in 02865?
02865 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public elementary schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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