Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Linden Stem Academy (K-6) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linden Stem Academy (K-6)'s student population of 400 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden Stem Academy (K-6) is 0.59, 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
#2960 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
38%
8%
Black
52%
17%
White
5%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden Stem Academy (K-6)'s ranking?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) is ranked #2960 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Linden Stem Academy (K-6) often compared to?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6)is often viewed alongside schools like East Linden Elementary School, Hamilton Stem Academy (K-6) by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Linden Stem Academy (K-6)?
400 students attend Linden Stem Academy (K-6).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Linden Stem Academy (K-6) students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden Stem Academy (K-6)?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden Stem Academy (K-6) offer ?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden Stem Academy (K-6) part of?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is Linden Stem Academy (K-6) located?
Linden Stem Academy (K-6) is located in the North Linden neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 12 other public schools located in North Linden.
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