Serving 497 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Linden West 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 36% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Linden West Elementary School's student population of 497 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Linden West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden West Elementary School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1133 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
19%
8%
Black
22%
15%
White
45%
68%
Hawaiian
2%
1%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden West Elementary School's ranking?
Linden West Elementary School is ranked #1133 out of 2,084 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Linden West Elementary School?
497 students attend Linden West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Linden West Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden West Elementary School?
Linden West Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Linden West Elementary School offer ?
Linden West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden West Elementary School part of?
Linden West Elementary School is part of North Kansas City 74 School District.
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