For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,062 students in 02865, RI (there are , serving 85 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 02865, RI are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 02865, RI are Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Senior High School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 02865 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Rhode Island public school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 33% statewide average). Schools in 02865, RI have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Rhode Island public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 02865, RI 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Central Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1081 Great Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-2800
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-2800
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Senior High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 Old River Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-7500
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 334-7500
Gr: 9-12 | 989 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
152 Jenckes Hill Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 721-3400
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 721-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #44.
Lonsdale Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
270 River Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-4200
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 725-4200
Gr: K-5 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Saylesville Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
50 Woodland Street
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 723-5240
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 723-5240
Gr: K-5 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Davies Career-tech High School
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Jenckes Hill Road
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 728-1500
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 728-1500
Gr: 9-12 | 888 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #77.
Blackstone Valley Prep Upper E
Charter School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Fairlawn Way
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 649-0481
Lincoln, RI 02865
(401) 649-0481
Gr: 5-6 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 02865, RI?
The top ranked public schools in 02865, RI include Lincoln Central Elementary School, Lincoln Senior High School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 02865?
7 public schools are located in 02865.
What percentage of students in 02865 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 02865 are educated in public schools (compared to the RI state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 02865?
02865 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Rhode Island public schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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