Serving 431 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lindbergh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindbergh Elementary serves the northwest part of the Saint Joseph, MO school district, encompassing an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lindbergh Elementary School's student population of 431 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Lindbergh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindbergh Elementary School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1960 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
58%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hawaiian
5%
1%
Two or more races
17%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (16-17)
5%
6%
Showing 2008–2017. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindbergh Elementary School's ranking?
Lindbergh Elementary School is ranked #1960 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Lindbergh Elementary School?
431 students attend Lindbergh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Lindbergh Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindbergh Elementary School?
Lindbergh Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lindbergh Elementary School offer ?
Lindbergh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lindbergh Elementary School part of?
Lindbergh Elementary School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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