Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Soderstrom Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Soderstrom Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire Lindsborg, KS school district, covering approximately 396.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.9 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 20.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Soderstrom Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Soderstrom Elementary School's student population of 318 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Motto
We Champion for All Students
School Rankings
Soderstrom Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Soderstrom Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#139 out of 1269 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
31%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2000–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.9%
24.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soderstrom Elementary School's ranking?
Soderstrom Elementary School is ranked #139 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Soderstrom Elementary School often compared to?
Soderstrom Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Elementary School, Inman Elementary School, Windom Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Soderstrom Elementary School?
318 students attend Soderstrom Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Soderstrom Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soderstrom Elementary School?
Soderstrom Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Soderstrom Elementary School offer ?
Soderstrom Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Soderstrom Elementary School part of?
Soderstrom Elementary School is part of Smoky Valley School District.
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