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#1055 of 1,851 schools in VA
Lindenwood Elementary
Elementary School · Norfolk City Public Schools
2700 Ludlow St, Norfolk, VA 23504
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Virginia schools
#1,055 of 1,851
In Norfolk
#14 of 44
public schools
In district
#14 of 44
Norfolk City Public Schools
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Lindenwood Elementary
Lindenwood Elementary is a public elementary school in Norfolk, VA, part of Norfolk City Public Schools. Lindenwood Elementary serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Lindenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,055 of 1,851 schools in VA.
Structured state assessment records for Lindenwood Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Lindenwood Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Lindenwood Elementary — Students at Lindenwood Elementary score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
102.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from VA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.6/10.
How Lindenwood Elementary Compares
See how Lindenwood Elementary 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
2700 Ludlow St, Norfolk, VA 23504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lindenwood Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ghent K-8 (rated 6.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jacox Elementary Norfolk | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Academy for Discovery at Lakewood Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Booker T Washington High Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Ghent K-8 Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Richard Bowling Elementary Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Willard Elementary Norfolk | 1.3 mi | 6.8 |
| DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 2.9 |
| MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| FIRST BAPTIST READY ACADEMY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| James Monroe Elementary Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 4.4 |
| NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.2 mi | — |
| PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Ruffner School Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 3.1 |
| GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Blair Middle Norfolk | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$43,156
Median Home Value
$259,500
Median Rent
$872/mo
Population
24,052
College Educated
24.3%
Homeownership
35.1%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
35.1%
Median Age
28.7
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|---|---|
| Lebanon Elementary Lebanon, VA | 6.0 |
| Lucketts Elementary Leesburg, VA | 6.0 |
| OUR LADY OF HOPE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Potomac Falls, VA | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Triangle, VA | 6.0 |
| ST WILLIAM OF YORK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Stafford, VA | 6.0 |
| Boyce Elementary Boyce, VA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lindenwood Elementary
What grades does Lindenwood Elementary serve?
Lindenwood Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Lindenwood Elementary?
Lindenwood Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lindenwood Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Lindenwood Elementary is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lindenwood Elementary rank in VA?
Lindenwood Elementary ranks #1,055 of 1,851 schools in VA.
What is Lindenwood Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Lindenwood Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Lindenwood Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lindenwood Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Lindenwood Elementary a charter school?
No, Lindenwood Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lindenwood Elementary a Title I school?
No, Lindenwood Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lindenwood Elementary?
102.5% of students at Lindenwood 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 242
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 102.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Norfolk city
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.3%
- Phone
- (757) 628-2577
Resources & Links
District
Norfolk City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 26,882
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,341
- District Rank
- #14 of 44
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