Garvin Memorial vs Lonsdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Rhode Island, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garvin Memorial
Cumberland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
422 students
Lonsdale Elementary
Lincoln · Public elementary · Grades K–5
286 students
| Measure | Garvin Memorial Cumberland, Rhode Island | Lonsdale Elementary Lincoln, Rhode Island |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #65 of 172 | #63 of 172 |
| National rank | #20754 of 50,301 | #20404 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 422 | 286 |
| Enrollment | 422 | 286 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 23.9% | 33.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.8 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Cumberland | Lincoln |
| state | Rhode Island | Rhode Island |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.3 vs 56.8).
- •Lonsdale Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Lonsdale Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 47%).
- •Garvin Memorial does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (23.9% vs 33.6%).
- •Garvin Memorial does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 15.9).
- •Garvin Memorial is the larger school with 422 students compared with 286.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Garvin Memorial better than Lonsdale Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Garvin Memorial and Lonsdale Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Cumberland and Lincoln in Rhode Island.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garvin Memorial: 422. Lonsdale Elementary: 286. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garvin Memorial and Lonsdale Elementary rank in Rhode Island?
Garvin Memorial is 65th of 172 and Lonsdale Elementary is 63rd of 172 among elementary schools in Rhode Island on the 2025 Success Index (US).