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#113 of 302 schools in RI

Top 37% in state

Northern Lincoln Elem.

Elementary School · Lincoln

315 New River Road, Manville, RI 02838

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#113 of 302

In district

#3 of 6

Lincoln

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Northern Lincoln Elem.

6.7/10

Elementary School in Manville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

John J. Mclaughlin Cumberland

6.8/10

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Blackstone Valley Prep Element

4.1/10

1.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Northern Lincoln Elem.

Northern Lincoln Elem. is a public elementary school in Manville, RI, part of Lincoln. Northern Lincoln Elem. serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Northern Lincoln Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Northern Lincoln Elem. show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,380
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Northern Lincoln Elem. — Students at Northern Lincoln Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 58.1% (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
67%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
32%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Northern Lincoln Elem. Compares

See how Northern Lincoln Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.7/10
63th percentile in RI
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

315 New River Road, Manville, RI 02838

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northern Lincoln Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ashton School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Central Elem. (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lincoln), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John J. McLaughlin Cumberland (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Manville, see our Manville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland 1.0 mi 6.8
Blackstone Valley Prep Element Cumberland 1.2 mi 4.1
Cumberland High School Cumberland 1.0 mi 7.6
Ashton School Cumberland 1.1 mi 8.0
Lincoln Senior High School Lincoln 2.0 mi 8.0
Lincoln Central Elem. Lincoln 2.6 mi 7.9
GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC SCHOOL Woonsocket 2.8 mi 5.1
GR WOONSOCKET CATHOLIC REGIONAL Woonsocket 2.8 mi 5.1
Cumberland Preschool Center Cumberland 2.3 mi 3.9
Leo A. Savoie School Woonsocket 3.0 mi 4.6
Woonsocket High School Woonsocket 3.0 mi 4.5
MOUNT ST CHARLES ACADEMY Woonsocket 2.8 mi 4.0
North Cumberland Middle Cumberland 2.6 mi 7.6
Bernon Heights School Woonsocket 2.8 mi 2.7
Woonsocket Middle at Hamlet Woonsocket 3.3 mi 5.6
Lincoln Middle School Lincoln 3.7 mi 6.1
Woonsocket Middle @ Villa Nova Woonsocket 3.4 mi 5.3
Pothier-Citizens Elem Campus Woonsocket 3.6 mi 6.2
RISE Prep Mayoral Academy Woonsocket 3.6 mi 3.6
HILLSIDE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Woonsocket 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,075

Median Home Value

$327,500

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Population

4,007

College Educated

48.5%

Homeownership

54.6%

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

35.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods Providence, RI 6.7
John J. McLaughlin Cumberland Cumberland, RI 6.8
Lillian Feinstein El. School Providence, RI 6.8
Richmond Elementary School Wyoming, RI 6.8
Garvin Memorial Cumberland, RI 6.6
Frank D. Spaziano Elem School Providence, RI 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northern Lincoln Elem.

What grades does Northern Lincoln Elem. serve?

Northern Lincoln Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Northern Lincoln Elem.?

Northern Lincoln Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Lincoln Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Northern Lincoln Elem. is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Northern Lincoln Elem. rank in RI?

Northern Lincoln Elem. ranks #113 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Northern Lincoln Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Northern Lincoln Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Northern Lincoln Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northern Lincoln Elem. has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Northern Lincoln Elem. a charter school?

No, Northern Lincoln Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Northern Lincoln Elem. a Title I school?

No, Northern Lincoln Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northern Lincoln Elem.?

39.4% of students at Northern Lincoln Elem. 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Lincoln
District Enrollment
3,340
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,380
District Rank
#3 of 6

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