Serving 527 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liberty Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Elementary School's student population of 527 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Elementary School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#731 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
13%
16%
White
47%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Elementary School is ranked #731 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
527 students attend Liberty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Liberty Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Liberty Elementary School part of?
Liberty Elementary School is part of Plainfield SD 202 School District.
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