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Alfred Lima Sr. EL School

Elementary School · Providence

222 Daboll Street, Providence, RI 02907

Enrollment

645

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#229 of 302

In Providence

#42 of 58

public schools

In district

#27 of 37

Providence

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Alfred Lima Sr. EL School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Providence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alfred Lima Sr. EL School

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Alfred Lima Sr.

EL School serves approximately 645 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred Lima Sr. EL School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Alfred Lima Sr. EL School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • RI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)5% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,050
Chronic Absenteeism48.4%

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School — Students at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School score 6% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 5%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

87.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
30%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
41%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
7%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.

How Alfred Lima Sr. EL School Compares

See how Alfred Lima Sr. EL School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in RI
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

Location

222 Daboll Street, Providence, RI 02907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alfred Lima Sr. EL School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Robert L. Bailey IV (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lillian Feinstein El. School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SouthSide Elementary Charter (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Achievement First Promesa Providence 0.0 mi 3.8
Leviton Dual Language School Providence 0.1 mi 4.9
Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence 0.1 mi 4.4
Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence 0.5 mi 6.3
Providence Preparatory Charter Providence 0.6 mi 4.7
Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence 0.6 mi 4.8
Reservoir Avenue School Providence 0.8 mi 6.0
Highlander Elementary Charter Providence 0.7 mi 6.1
Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence 0.7 mi 2.6
Robert L. Bailey IV Providence 0.7 mi 7.2
Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence 0.8 mi 6.8
BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence 0.7 mi 5.2
Providence Career Technical Providence 0.9 mi 6.7
Achievement First Iluminar Cranston 0.8 mi 3.0
AF Iluminar Mayoral Middle Sch Cranston 0.8 mi 6.4
COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence 0.8 mi 6.4
Asa Messer El. School Providence 1.0 mi 5.6
SouthSide Elementary Charter Providence 0.8 mi 6.7
West Broadway Middle School Providence 1.0 mi 6.5
Central High School Providence 1.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,564

Median Home Value

$311,600

Median Rent

$1,136/mo

Population

31,427

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

37.4%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

34.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alfred Lima Sr. EL School

What grades does Alfred Lima Sr. EL School serve?

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alfred Lima Sr. EL School?

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School has an enrollment of approximately 645 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alfred Lima Sr. EL School rank in RI?

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School ranks #229 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Alfred Lima Sr. EL School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alfred Lima Sr. EL School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred Lima Sr. EL School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alfred Lima Sr. EL School a charter school?

No, Alfred Lima Sr. EL School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alfred Lima Sr. EL School a Title I school?

No, Alfred Lima Sr. EL School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred Lima Sr. EL School?

87.4% of students at Alfred Lima Sr. EL School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
645
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
87.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.4%
Phone
(401) 278-0504

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District

Providence
District Enrollment
19,856
Schools in District
39
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,050
District Rank
#27 of 37

Other Schools in This District

Times2 Elementary School 8.6 Classical High School 8.5 Pleasant View School 7.5 Vartan Gregorian El. School 7.3 Robert L. Bailey IV 7.2

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