Linden Elementary School

400 South Bridge St
Linden, MI 48451
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
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Top 50%
Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Linden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50% in MI
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Linden Elementary School's student population of 320 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
320 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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School Rankings

Linden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#1434 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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35-39%
36%
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40-44%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
6%
9%
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Black
n/a
18%
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White
88%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in MI.
0.22
This chart display the diversity score of Linden Elementary School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Linden Elementary School's ranking?
Linden Elementary School is ranked #1434 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden Elementary School often compared to?
Linden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hyatt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Linden Elementary School?
320 students attend Linden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Linden Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden Elementary School?
Linden Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Elementary School offer ?
Linden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Elementary School part of?
Linden Elementary School is part of Linden Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-3
  • Enrollment: 320 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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