Serving 110 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Liberal Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberal Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberal Elementary School's student population of 110 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Liberal Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberal Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1401 out of 2084 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
100%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberal Elementary School's ranking?
Liberal Elementary School is ranked #1401 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Liberal Elementary School?
110 students attend Liberal Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Liberal Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberal Elementary School?
Liberal Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberal Elementary School offer ?
Liberal Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberal Elementary School part of?
Liberal Elementary School is part of Liberal R-II School District.
School Reviews
2 9/1/2016
Liberal schools need to get the bullies under control there are kids that want to quit because of the bullying they need to do something about it they let it continue and if the kid stands up that kid that stands up gets in trouble
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