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#109 of 302 schools in RI
Top 36% in state
Lillian Feinstein El. School
Elementary School · Providence
159 Sackett Street, Providence, RI 02907
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#109 of 302
In Providence
#12 of 58
public schools
In district
#7 of 37
Providence
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Lillian Feinstein El. School
Elementary School in Providence · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lillian Feinstein El. School
Lillian Feinstein El. School is a public elementary school in Providence, RI, part of Providence. Lillian Feinstein El.
School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillian Feinstein El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Lillian Feinstein El. School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- RI avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Lillian Feinstein 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
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Lillian Feinstein El. School — Students at Lillian Feinstein El. School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Lillian Feinstein El. School Compares
See how Lillian Feinstein El. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
159 Sackett Street, Providence, RI 02907
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lillian Feinstein El. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE GRACE SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert L. Bailey IV (rated 7.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods (rated 6.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Providence, see our Providence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlander Elementary Charter Providence | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Paul Cuffee Upper School Providence | 0.4 mi | 6.3 |
| BISHOP MCVINNEY CATHOLIC REGIONAL SCHOOL Providence | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Reservoir Avenue School Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Roger Williams Middle Providence | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Robert L. Bailey IV Providence | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Nuestro Mundo Public Charter S Providence | 0.7 mi | 2.6 |
| Dr. Jorge Alvarez HS Providence | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Mary E. Fogarty El. School Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| W B Cooley & Acad Internationa Providence | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| 360 High School Providence | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Leviton Dual Language School Providence | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Achievement First Promesa Providence | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Gilbert Stuart Middle School Providence | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Metropolitan Career Tech Ctr Providence | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Alfred Lima Sr. El School Providence | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| The Hope Academy Providence | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| THE GRACE SCHOOL Providence | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| COMMUNITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL Providence | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
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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|---|---|
| John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland, RI | 6.8 |
| Richmond Elementary School Wyoming, RI | 6.8 |
| Northern Lincoln Elem. Manville, RI | 6.7 |
| Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence, RI | 6.9 |
| Metcalf School Exeter, RI | 6.9 |
| Austin T. Levy School Harrisville, RI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lillian Feinstein El. School
What grades does Lillian Feinstein El. School serve?
Lillian Feinstein El. School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lillian Feinstein El. School?
Lillian Feinstein El. School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillian Feinstein El. School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lillian Feinstein El. School is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lillian Feinstein El. School rank in RI?
Lillian Feinstein El. School ranks #109 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Lillian Feinstein El. School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lillian Feinstein El. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Lillian Feinstein El. School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillian Feinstein El. School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lillian Feinstein El. School a charter school?
No, Lillian Feinstein El. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lillian Feinstein El. School a Title I school?
No, Lillian Feinstein El. School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillian Feinstein El. School?
82.6% of students at Lillian Feinstein 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Providence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.3%
- Phone
- (401) 456-9407
Resources & Links
District
Providence- District Enrollment
- 19,856
- Schools in District
- 39
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,050
- District Rank
- #7 of 37
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