Soderstrom Elem

Soderstrom Elementary serves 298 students in pre-kindergarten through fourth grade in Lindsborg, Kansas, earning recognition as one of the state's stronger elementary schools. With a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking 187th out of 1,298 Kansas elementary schools, the school places in the 86th percentile statewide for academic performance. The school maintains a manageable learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9 to 1 across its 20 full-time equivalent teaching staff.

Academically, students show solid performance in core subjects, with 57% achieving proficiency or above in mathematics and 47% meeting or exceeding standards in English Language Arts and reading across all tested grades. Soderstrom Elementary draws from a stable community where families demonstrate a strong commitment to education. The surrounding area reflects economic stability with a median household income of $69,673 and a relatively low poverty rate of 9.7%.

With 41% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, the community values educational achievement and supports student success. Located on North Washington Street, Soderstrom Elementary operates in Lindsborg's remote rural setting within McPherson County, where the close-knit community of nearly 5,000 residents fosters an environment where educators can build meaningful relationships with students and families.

Located in a rural area, Soderstrom Elem may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.