Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Susan Lindgren Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Susan Lindgren Elementary serves the southeast part of Minneapolis, covering an area of approximately 3.6 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Susan Lindgren Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Susan Lindgren Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
23 students
School Rankings
Susan Lindgren Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susan Lindgren Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#392 out of 1773 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan Lindgren Elementary School's ranking?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School is ranked #392 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Susan Lindgren Elementary School often compared to?
Susan Lindgren Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peter Hobart Elementary School, Aquila Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Susan Lindgren Elementary School?
457 students attend Susan Lindgren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Susan Lindgren Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Susan Lindgren Elementary School?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Susan Lindgren Elementary School offer ?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Susan Lindgren Elementary School part of?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School is part of St. Louis Park Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Susan Lindgren Elementary School located?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School is located in the Minikahda Vista neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN.
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