Serving 166 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lindbergh Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 38% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lindbergh Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Lindbergh Elementary School's student population of 166 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lindbergh Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindbergh Elementary School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#942 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
45%
21%
Black
22%
7%
White
13%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindbergh Elementary School's ranking?
Lindbergh Elementary School is ranked #942 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Lindbergh Elementary School often compared to?
Lindbergh Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eugene Ware Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Lindbergh Elementary School?
166 students attend Lindbergh Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Lindbergh Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lindbergh Elementary School?
Lindbergh Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lindbergh Elementary School offer ?
Lindbergh Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Lindbergh Elementary School part of?
Lindbergh Elementary School is part of Kansas City School District.
In what neighborhood is Lindbergh Elementary School located?
Lindbergh Elementary School is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Kansas City, KS. There are 3 other public schools located in Coronado.
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