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#390 of 1,992 schools in MN

Top 20% in state

Susan Lindgren Elementary

Elementary School · ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.

4801 W 41ST ST, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

Enrollment

415

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Minnesota schools

#390 of 1,992

In Saint Louis Park

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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7.5/10

Elementary School in Saint Louis Park · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Susan Lindgren Elementary

Susan Lindgren Elementary is a public elementary school in Saint Louis Park, MN, part of ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. Susan Lindgren Elementary serves approximately 415 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio.

Susan Lindgren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #390 of 1,992 schools in MN. Structured state assessment records for Susan Lindgren Elementary show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • MN avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,723
Chronic Absenteeism23.6%

Susan Lindgren Elementary — Students at Susan Lindgren Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from MN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
75%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
61%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
56%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Susan Lindgren Elementary Compares

See how Susan Lindgren Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
81th percentile in MN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
37%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

Location

4801 W 41ST ST, Saint Louis Park, MN 55416

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Susan Lindgren Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lake Harriet Upper Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY (rated 9.1/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Minneapolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Saint Louis Park, see our Saint Louis Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
GOLDEN YEARS Edina 0.4 mi
CALVIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (DBA: AVAIL ACADEMY) Minneapolis 0.4 mi 4.5
AVAIL ACADEMY - EDINA Edina 0.4 mi 6.3
LAKE HARRIET LOWER ELEMENTARY Minneapolis 0.7 mi 9.1
YESHIVA OF MINNEAPOLIS Saint Louis Park 1.2 mi 6.5
Southwest High Minneapolis 1.1 mi 5.8
ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM Saint Louis Park 1.2 mi 8.1
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Saint Louis Park 1.3 mi 8.0
BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.5 mi 4.6
TORAH ACADEMY Saint Louis Park 1.6 mi 7.2
CHESTERTON ACADEMY Edina 1.6 mi 8.4
Agamim Classical Academy Edina 1.6 mi 6.7
CARONDELET CATHOLIC SCHOOL Minneapolis 1.2 mi 6.0
ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park 1.4 mi 6.3
SPECIAL ED. Saint Louis Park 1.4 mi
OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Edina 1.7 mi 4.7
METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 1.4 mi
CARONDELET CATHOLIC Minneapolis 1.5 mi 6.9
Lake Harriet Upper Elementary Minneapolis 1.6 mi 9.7
BENILDE-ST MARGARET'S SCHOOL Saint Louis Park 2.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 55416 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,926

Median Home Value

$457,300

Median Rent

$1,701/mo

Population

34,905

College Educated

73.2%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

20.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

35.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Susan Lindgren Elementary

What grades does Susan Lindgren Elementary serve?

Susan Lindgren Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Susan Lindgren Elementary?

Susan Lindgren Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 415 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Susan Lindgren Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Susan Lindgren Elementary is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Susan Lindgren Elementary rank in MN?

Susan Lindgren Elementary ranks #390 of 1,992 schools in MN.

What is Susan Lindgren Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Susan Lindgren Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Susan Lindgren Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Susan Lindgren Elementary has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Susan Lindgren Elementary a charter school?

No, Susan Lindgren Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Susan Lindgren Elementary a Title I school?

No, Susan Lindgren Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Susan Lindgren Elementary?

36.6% of students at Susan Lindgren Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
415
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hennepin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.6%

District

ST. LOUIS PARK PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST.
District Enrollment
4,347
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,723
District Rank
#2 of 7

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