Excellent
#39 of 1,356 schools in AL
Top 3% in state
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
Elementary School · Vestavia Hills City
17051 Liberty Pkwy, Vestavia, AL 35242
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Alabama schools
#39 of 1,356
In Vestavia
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 9
Vestavia Hills City
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
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About Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park is a public elementary school in Vestavia, AL, part of Vestavia Hills City. Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 1,356 schools in AL.
Structured state assessment records for Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 9.4
- AL avg 7.4
Score Breakdown
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Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park — Students at Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 78%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AL ACAP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from AL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park Compares
See how Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
17051 Liberty Pkwy, Vestavia, AL 35242
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Greystone Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Hoover), with a very similar rating. Another option is Brookwood Forest Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Cherokee Bend Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Mountain Brk), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Vestavia, see our Vestavia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Park Middle School Vestavia | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ALLAN COTT SCHOOL Birmingham | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Mountain Brook High School Mountain Brk | 2.5 mi | 8.7 |
| HIGHLANDS SCHOOL Birmingham | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk | 2.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk | 3.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Grantswood Community School Birmingham | 3.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Shades Valley High School Irondale | 4.4 mi | 5.8 |
| WE Putnam Middle SchoolMagnet Irondale | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Irondale Middle School Irondale | 4.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Greystone Elementary School Hoover | 4.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Irondale Community School Irondale | 4.5 mi | 4.7 |
| RISING HOPE ACADEMY Birmingham | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Vestavia Hills Elementary Cahaba Heights Vestavia Hills | 4.3 mi | 9.3 |
| JEFFERSON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Irondale | 5.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Inverness Elementary School Birmingham | 5.1 mi | 9.0 |
| ESSENTIAL CHURCH SCHOOL Birmingham | 5.4 mi | 3.4 |
| HILLTOP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Birmingham | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| ST FRANCIS XAVIER SCHOOL Birmingham | 4.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Oliver K5 School Birmingham | 5.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 35242 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,053
Median Home Value
$452,300
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
64.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookwood Forest Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL | 9.4 |
| Cherokee Bend Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL | 9.4 |
| Dean Road Elementary School Auburn, AL | 9.4 |
| Deer Valley Elementary School Hoover, AL | 9.4 |
| Mountain Brook Elementary School Mountain Brk, AL | 9.4 |
| Old Shell Road Magnet School Mobile, AL | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park
What grades does Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park serve?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park?
The student-teacher ratio at Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park rank in AL?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park ranks #39 of 1,356 schools in AL.
What is Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park's MySchoolScout rating?
Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park a charter school?
No, Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park a Title I school?
No, Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park?
5.9% of students at Vestavia Hills Elementary Liberty Park qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 3.2%
- Phone
- (205) 402-5400
Resources & Links
District
Vestavia Hills City- District Enrollment
- 6,937
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,810
- District Rank
- #4 of 9
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