Serving 284 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 17:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lonsdale Elementary School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
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 0.45, 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
6%
9%
White
73%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
284 students attend Lonsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Lonsdale Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lonsdale Elementary School?
Lonsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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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