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#256 of 302 schools in RI

Saylesville Elementary

Elementary School · Lincoln

50 Woodland Street, Lincoln, RI 02865

Enrollment

312

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Rhode Island schools

#256 of 302

In Lincoln

#6 of 7

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

Lincoln

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Saylesville Elementary

4.4/10

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

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About Saylesville Elementary

Saylesville Elementary is a public elementary school in Lincoln, RI, part of Lincoln. Saylesville Elementary serves approximately 312 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Saylesville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #256 of 302 schools in RI.

Structured state assessment records for Saylesville Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • RI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,380
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Saylesville Elementary — Students at Saylesville Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 52.7% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
37%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Saylesville Elementary Compares

See how Saylesville Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in RI
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.3/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

Location

50 Woodland Street, Lincoln, RI 02865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Saylesville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raices Dual Language Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), which scores notably higher. Another option is B.F. Norton Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lincoln, see our Lincoln schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E Lincoln 0.5 mi 4.2
Blackstone Valley Prep Jr High Central Falls 0.6 mi 7.5
Ella Risk School Central Falls 0.8 mi 5.9
Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln 1.1 mi 5.3
G. Harold Hunt School Central Falls 1.0 mi 5.3
Segue Inst for Learning Central Falls 0.9 mi 6.4
Veterans Memorial Elementary Central Falls 1.0 mi 6.1
THE SPURWINK SCHOOL Lincoln 1.4 mi
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 1.2 mi 5.3
Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls 1.2 mi 4.7
Cunningham School Pawtucket 1.4 mi 4.5
Samuel Slater Middle School Pawtucket 1.5 mi 3.4
Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland 1.3 mi 8.3
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 1.3 mi 4.9
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland 1.3 mi 7.2
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 1.3 mi 7.8
Nathanael Greene School Pawtucket 1.7 mi 5.9
B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland 1.5 mi 7.7
Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland 1.4 mi 4.3
The Learning Community Central Falls 1.3 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,042

Median Home Value

$427,700

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

Population

18,033

College Educated

48.3%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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Wyman School Warwick, RI 4.4
Cunningham School Pawtucket, RI 4.5
Suzanne M. Henseler Quidnesset North Kingstown, RI 4.5
Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland, RI 4.3
Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket, RI 4.3
James L. McGuire School North Providence, RI 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Saylesville Elementary

What grades does Saylesville Elementary serve?

Saylesville Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Saylesville Elementary?

Saylesville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 312 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saylesville Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Saylesville Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Saylesville Elementary rank in RI?

Saylesville Elementary ranks #256 of 302 schools in RI.

What is Saylesville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Saylesville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Saylesville Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Saylesville Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Saylesville Elementary a charter school?

No, Saylesville Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Saylesville Elementary a Title I school?

No, Saylesville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saylesville Elementary?

33.3% of students at Saylesville Elementary 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
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
312
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Providence County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

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

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