Serving 415 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Susan Lindgren Elementary School's student population of 415 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Susan Lindgren Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Susan Lindgren Elementary School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#473 out of 1860 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
10%
12%
Black
20%
12%
White
55%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Susan Lindgren Elementary School's ranking?
Susan Lindgren Elementary School is ranked #473 out of 1,860 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% 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?
415 students attend Susan Lindgren Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Susan Lindgren Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% 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 12:1, which is lower than 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
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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