Serving 674 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Linden Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 674 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Linden Elementary School serves the southern part of Hamilton, OH, covering an area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linden Elementary School's student population of 674 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
674 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together, Positively Impacting Learning and Life
Average Class Size
24 students
School Rankings
Linden Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden Elementary School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1476 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
21%
8%
Black
10%
17%
White
61%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.9%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden Elementary School's ranking?
Linden Elementary School is ranked #1476 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Linden Elementary School often compared to?
Linden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairfield Central Elementary School, Fairfield West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Linden Elementary School?
674 students attend Linden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Linden Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Elementary School?
Linden Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Elementary School offer ?
Linden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Elementary School part of?
Linden Elementary School is part of Hamilton City School District.
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