At a glance
Reported students
287
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
20.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Kentucky elementary enrollment
19th percentile
Compared with 718 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
282.5
Lindeman Elementary School: 287 reported students.
State peer staffing position
36th percentile
14:1 reported; state peer median 14.6:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 331
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 16.1:1
What the reported data says about Lindeman Elementary School
Lindeman Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Erlanger. It is one of 8 current school records connected to Erlanger-Elsmere Independent. NCES reports 287 students for 2024–25.
Among 718 elementary schools in Kentucky with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 436.5 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 19th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14:1, close to the Kentucky median of 14.6:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (50.2%) and Hispanic or Latino (18.1%). English learners represent 12.1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lindeman Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 14:1 student–teacher ratio and 20.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 12.1%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 94.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White50.2%
- Hispanic18.1%
- Black10.8%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander4.5%
- Multiracial16.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Miles Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
278 reported students
Howell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
299 reported students
Arnett Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
253 reported students
Tichenor Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
505 reported students
Bartlett Educational Center
High · Grades 06–12
58 reported students
Early Learning Center
Other · Grades PK–PK
40 reported students
Public schools near Lindeman Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 278 | 1 mi |
| Howell Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | KG–05 | 299 | 1.6 mi |
| Arnett Elementary School Elementary · Erlanger-Elsmere Independent | PK–05 | 253 | 1.7 mi |
| James A Caywood Elementary School Elementary · Kenton County | PK–05 | 582 | 1.8 mi |
| Florence Elementary School Elementary · Boone County | PK–05 | 610 | 2.2 mi |
| River Ridge Elementary School Elementary · Kenton County | PK–05 | 889 | 2.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lindeman Elementary School
What grades does Lindeman Elementary School serve?
Lindeman Elementary School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Erlanger-Elsmere Independent.
How many students attend Lindeman Elementary School?
Lindeman Elementary School reported 287 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 19th percentile among 718 Kentucky elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 331 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lindeman Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 14:1, based on 287 students and 20.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Kentucky median for the same school level is 14.6:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lindeman Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lindeman Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Erlanger-Elsmere Independent attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lindeman Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
94.1% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lindeman Elementary School in?
Lindeman Elementary School is part of Erlanger-Elsmere Independent, based in Erlanger, KY, which operates 8 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lindeman Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Miles Elementary School (1 mi), Howell Elementary School (1.6 mi), Arnett Elementary School (1.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.