Serving 312 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Saylesville 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 312 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saylesville Elementary serves the southeast part of Lincoln, RI, encompassing an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saylesville Elementary School's student population of 312 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
312 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saylesville 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 Saylesville 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
#107 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
6%
9%
White
69%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saylesville Elementary School's ranking?
Saylesville Elementary School is ranked #107 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Saylesville Elementary School?
312 students attend Saylesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Saylesville Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saylesville Elementary School?
Saylesville Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saylesville Elementary School offer ?
Saylesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saylesville Elementary School part of?
Saylesville Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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