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#1387 of 2,221 schools in MO
Lindbergh Elem.
Elementary School · ST. JOSEPH
2812 ST JOSEPH AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64505
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
511
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,387 of 2,221
In St. Joseph
#14 of 22
public schools
In district
#13 of 20
ST. JOSEPH
Academic growth
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Lindbergh Elem.
Elementary School in St. Joseph · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lindbergh Elem.
Lindbergh Elem. is a public elementary school in St. Joseph, MO, part of ST. JOSEPH.
Lindbergh Elem. serves approximately 511 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Lindbergh Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,387 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Lindbergh Elem. show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lindbergh Elem. — Students at Lindbergh Elem. score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.5/10.
How Lindbergh Elem. Compares
See how Lindbergh Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2812 ST JOSEPH AVE, St. Joseph, MO 64505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lindbergh Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Primary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Elwood), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDISON ELEM. (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIELD ELEM. (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in St. Joseph, see our St. Joseph schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAFAYETTE HIGH St. Joseph | 0.5 mi | 5.1 |
| ROBIDOUX MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| OF ST. JOSEPH St. Joseph | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| FIELD ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| EDISON ELEM. St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| BODE MIDDLE St. Joseph | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| PERSHING ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| CENTRAL HIGH St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| COLEMAN ELEM. St. Joseph | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| CARDEN PARK ELEM St. Joseph | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| BISHOP LEBLOND HIGH SCHOOL St. Joseph | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| TRUMAN MIDDLE St. Joseph | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Riverside Primary School Elwood | 2.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Riverside Intermediate Elwood | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| PARKWAY ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| HELEN M DAVIS SCHOOL St. Joseph | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| JOHN GLENN ELEM. St. Joseph | 3.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH PARK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY St. Joseph | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,741
Median Home Value
$186,000
Median Rent
$976/mo
Population
13,875
College Educated
27.5%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
16.7 min
Poverty Rate
11.6%
Median Age
41.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALPHA HART LEWIS Columbia, MO | 5.8 |
| Eagle Heights Elementary Smithville, MO | 5.8 |
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wentzville, MO | 5.8 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty, MO | 5.8 |
| MULLANPHY BOTANICAL GARDENS St. Louis, MO | 5.8 |
| Orchard Farm Elementary St. Charles, MO | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lindbergh Elem.
What grades does Lindbergh Elem. serve?
Lindbergh Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lindbergh Elem.?
Lindbergh Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 511 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lindbergh Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Lindbergh Elem. is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lindbergh Elem. rank in MO?
Lindbergh Elem. ranks #1,387 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Lindbergh Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Lindbergh Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Lindbergh Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lindbergh Elem. has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lindbergh Elem. a charter school?
No, Lindbergh Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lindbergh Elem. a Title I school?
No, Lindbergh Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lindbergh Elem.?
100.0% of students at Lindbergh Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 511
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Buchanan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (816) 671-4250
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District
ST. JOSEPH- District Enrollment
- 10,477
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,067
- District Rank
- #13 of 20
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