Serving 762 students in grades 1-6, Lindbergh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindbergh Elementary School serves the entire district of Palisades Park, NJ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindbergh Elementary School's student population of 762 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 6300% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
762 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Lindbergh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindbergh Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1481 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
11%
Hispanic
74%
35%
Black
4%
14%
White
5%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindbergh Elementary School's ranking?
Lindbergh Elementary School is ranked #1481 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Lindbergh Elementary School often compared to?
Lindbergh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna C. Scott Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Lindbergh Elementary School?
762 students attend Lindbergh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Lindbergh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindbergh Elementary School?
Lindbergh Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lindbergh Elementary School offer ?
Lindbergh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lindbergh Elementary School part of?
Lindbergh Elementary School is part of Palisades Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Lindbergh Elementary School located?
Lindbergh Elementary School is located in the Koreatown neighborhood of Palisades Park, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Koreatown.
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