Serving 501 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 35% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Linden West Elementary serves the west part of its school district in Kansas City, MO, covering an area of approximately 2.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.2 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Linden West Elementary School's student population of 501 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
Campus Size
4 acres
School Rankings
Linden West 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 Linden West Elementary School is 0.73, 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
#1159 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
22%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
43%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hawaiian
3%
1%
Two or more races
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden West Elementary School's ranking?
Linden West Elementary School is ranked #1159 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?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
501 students attend Linden West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Linden West Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden West Elementary School?
Linden West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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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