Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Saylesville Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 48% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in RI
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saylesville Elementary School's student population of 293 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saylesville Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 289 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saylesville Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 289 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
7%
9%
White
71%
52%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saylesville Elementary School's ranking?
Saylesville Elementary School is ranked #121 out of 289 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
How many students attend Saylesville Elementary School?
293 students attend Saylesville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Saylesville Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saylesville Elementary School?
Saylesville Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saylesville Elementary School offer ?
Saylesville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Saylesville Elementary School part of?
Saylesville Elementary School is part of Lincoln School District.
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