Linden Elementary

543 Students

Elementary School K - 4th

School Overview

Linden Elementary School, located at 700 Robertsville Road in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, is a prominent fixture within the Oak Ridge Schools district. Serving students in the early grades, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, community-oriented learning environment. The facility benefits from its location in a city with a rich scientific and historical legacy, which often influences the school’s dedication to promoting curiosity, STEM-based learning, and high standards of student achievement.

Beyond its core curriculum, Linden Elementary is known for its emphasis on the "whole child," integrating social-emotional development with traditional classroom instruction. The school typically maintains a strong partnership with parents and the local Oak Ridge community, creating a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes student engagement and inclusivity. With its established reputation and focus on preparing children for future academic success, Linden remains a foundational pillar for families residing in the Oak Ridge area.

543

Total Students

35.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Linden Elementary
Demographic	Student Count
White	397
Hispanic	28
Black	61
Asian	5
Two or More	50
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
397 (73.1 %)
Black
61 (11.2 %)
Two or More
50 (9.2 %)
Hispanic
28 (5.2 %)
Asian
5 (0.9 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Oak Ridge
Phone:	(865)425-5701
Grade Range:	K - 4th
Total Students:	543
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 96

Grade 1 100

Grade 2 104

Grade 3 119

Grade 4 124