Lindbergh Ranks Among Best in the State
August 25, 2017
Lindbergh Schools ranks in the top 10 of all Missouri public school districts for academic excellence and quality of teachers, according to Niche’s 2018 rankings. The district scored an A+ overall rating, based on Niche’s compilation of statistics and opinions from students and parents.
Lindbergh’s schools also received top marks, with all K-12 buildings earning at least an A overall rating.
“Year after year, Lindbergh students benefit from a continued focus on educational quality by our outstanding team of teachers, administrators, Board of Education members and parents,” said Superintendent Dr. Jim Simpson. “I am proud of our entire community and commend every single individual who has contributed toward making this district an exceptional destination for families.”
Niche is a website that analyzes public data and reviews to produce comprehensive rankings, report cards and profiles for schools, universities and neighborhoods. Niche ranks more than 10,000 school districts nationwide, based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education. Ranking factors include state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT and ACT scores, teacher quality, public school district ratings and more.
Lindbergh’s Niche Rankings
- 9 of 446 – Best School Districts in Missouri
- 7 of 446 – Districts with the Best Teachers in Missouri
- 16 of 446 – Best Places to Teach in Missouri
Lindbergh’s Niche Report Card
- Overall Grade: A+
- Academics: A+
- Teachers: A+
- Clubs and Activities: A
- Administration: A
- Food: A-
- Diversity: C+
- College Readiness: A+
- Health and Safety: A-
- Sports: B+
- Resources and Facilities: A-
Lindbergh’s School Rankings*
- Lindbergh High School: A
- Sperreng Middle School: A
- Truman Middle School: A
- Concord Elementary School: A+
- Crestwood Elementary School: A+
- Kennerly Elementary School: A
- Long Elementary School: A+
- Sappington Elementary School: A+
*Dressel Elementary School, which opened in fall 2017, will be included in next year’s rankings