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Welcome to Esther Lindstrom Elementary School

Esther Lindstrom Elementary School is a welcoming learning community located in Lakewood, California. We are committed to helping every student grow academically, socially, physically, and emotionally in a safe, caring, and inclusive environment.

At a Glance  
Location Lakewood, California
District Bellflower Unified School District 
Enrollment Approximately 560 students
Daily Attendance Rate 96.77% during the prior school year
School Day Begins 8:30 a.m. 
Regular Dismissal

2:55 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 
Wednesday Dismissal 1:36 p.m. 

Our student body reflects the rich diversity of the Lakewood, Cerritos, and Bellflower communities. We are proud to welcome students and families from a wide range of cultural, racial, and ethnic backgrounds.

Our Campus

Our campus is designed to support learning, student services, and schoolwide activities. Facilities include:

  • 32 classrooms

  • 2 Resource Specialist Program (RSP) classrooms
  • 3 special education classrooms
  • A library
  • A multipurpose room that also serves as the school cafeteria

Our Dedicated Staff

Our team is committed to providing high-quality instruction and support for every student.

  • 27 general education teachers
  • 4 special education teachers
  • 1 principal
  • 1 assistant principal 
  • School psychologist
  • 2 health assistants
  • 2 counselors
  • Speech and language therapist

All staff members meet California State credential requirements. In addition, 92% of certificated staff hold advanced degrees, and 100% have completed coursework beyond their bachelor’s degree.

Our Commitment to Students

At Esther Lindstrom Elementary, staff, parents/guardians, students, and community members work together to support student success.

  • Our school community is committed to:
  • Supporting high academic achievement through California content and performance standards
  • Using best practices to meet the needs of all learners
  • Building positive self-esteem and confidence
  • Encouraging respect for others and their cultural differences
  • Promoting students’ academic, social, physical, and emotional growth
  • Creating a safe, caring, and welcoming school environment
  • Preparing students to become lifelong learners who are cooperative, compassionate, confident, and productive

What We Offer

  • Full-Day TK and Kindergarten

  • Band and Choir for grades 5 and 6 with an expansion to all grades coming soon.

  • 2:1 Chromebooks to Students

  • After-School Academic Intervention

  • Before and After School Enrichment Opportunities

  • Teacher Mentorship

  • A Counselor for SEL Supports

  • GATE Program

  • Field Trips for all grade levels

The Lindy Lion Difference

What sets Lindstrom apart is our unwavering belief in all students. Whether through academic programs, extracurricular activities, PTA activities, or social-emotional development programs, we are devoted to ensuring the growth of each Lindy Lion. We pride ourselves in knowing that every adult at Lindstrom supports students to ensure that our Lindy Lions develop  into  life-long learners who are cooperative, compassionate, confident and productive members of society.

Academic Excellence

Our school is committed to providing a rigorous and well-rounded education that prepares students for the future. With a focus on literacy, math, science, social studies, and the arts, we aim to inspire curiosity and foster critical thinking. Our teachers are passionate about making learning meaningful and engaging, using innovative teaching methods and technology to support student success.

A Caring Community

At Esther Lindstrom Elementary, we believe that a strong sense of community is essential for academic and personal growth. We strive to create an atmosphere where kindness, respect, and responsibility are valued and modeled by both students and staff. Our school emphasizes the importance of building positive relationships and promoting social-emotional learning so that all students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

PTA

The Lindstrom PTA recognizes that when students feel a greater sense of belonging to the school, their academic and social emotional well being improves. Our Lindstrom parents and family members have a strong partnership with the Lindstrom staff, creating opportunities for students throughout the year.

Please consider joining the PTA. Parent involvement is a key tenant to student success.