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Liberty Boulevard Elementary

Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified

2728 Liberty Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280

Enrollment

433

Student-Teacher

20.6:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#6,247 of 9,539

In South Gate

#21 of 25

public schools

In district

#613 of 769

Los Angeles Unified

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Liberty Boulevard Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in South Gate · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.9/10

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9.2/10

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About Liberty Boulevard Elementary

Liberty Boulevard Elementary is a public elementary school in South Gate, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Liberty Boulevard Elementary serves approximately 433 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 20.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Boulevard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,247 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Boulevard Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Boulevard Elementary runs 20.6:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

42% of students at Liberty Boulevard Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-13.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected+13.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,687
Chronic Absenteeism42%

Liberty Boulevard Elementary — Students at Liberty Boulevard Elementary score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

96.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
39.4% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 37.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.3% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
55%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
44%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
21.5%
ELA
23.6%
2024
Math
32.8%
ELA
34.9%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.8/10.

How Liberty Boulevard Elementary Compares

See how Liberty Boulevard Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
35th percentile in CA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2728 Liberty Blvd., South Gate, CA 90280

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Boulevard Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willow Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stanford Avenue Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Independence Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Gate, see our South Gate schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
KIPP Corazon Academy South Gate 0.2 mi 3.9
Willow Elementary South Gate 0.4 mi 9.2
Walnut Park Elementary Huntington Park 0.4 mi 5.3
Academia Moderna Walnut Park 0.6 mi 6.5
PREPA TEC - Los Angeles Walnut Park 0.6 mi 6.5
Alliance Margaret M. Bloomfield Technology Academy High Huntington Park 0.6 mi 6.5
State Street Elementary South Gate 0.6 mi 6.4
Stanford Avenue Elementary South Gate 0.7 mi 8.0
Odyssey Continuation South Gate 0.7 mi 4.9
Independence Elementary South Gate 0.7 mi 6.9
ST HELEN CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL South Gate 0.9 mi 3.6
Walnut Park Mid B Sci Tech Engr and Math Acad Walnut Park 0.9 mi 7.5
Walnut Park Mid A Sch of Soc Just and Service Lrng Walnut Park 0.9 mi 9.0
South Gate Senior High South Gate 0.8 mi 7.0
Stanford Primary Center South Gate 0.9 mi 6.9
Hope Street Elementary Huntington Park 0.9 mi 5.7
St. Matthias Elementary School Huntington Park 1.0 mi
ST MATTHIAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Huntington Park 1.0 mi 4.3
English For All Language & Homeschool Academy South Gate 1.0 mi
ST ALOYSIUS GONZAGA SCHOOL Los Angeles 0.9 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 90280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,379

Median Home Value

$608,500

Median Rent

$1,471/mo

Population

91,719

College Educated

11.5%

Homeownership

44.4%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

35.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Boulevard Elementary

What grades does Liberty Boulevard Elementary serve?

Liberty Boulevard Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Boulevard Elementary?

Liberty Boulevard Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 433 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Boulevard Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Boulevard Elementary is 20.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Boulevard Elementary rank in CA?

Liberty Boulevard Elementary ranks #6,247 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Liberty Boulevard Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Boulevard Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Liberty Boulevard Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Boulevard Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Liberty Boulevard Elementary a charter school?

No, Liberty Boulevard Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Boulevard Elementary a Title I school?

No, Liberty Boulevard Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Boulevard Elementary?

96.1% of students at Liberty Boulevard Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
433
Student-Teacher Ratio
20.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
96.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Los Angeles County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.0%

District

Los Angeles Unified
District Enrollment
419,929
Schools in District
785
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,687
District Rank
#613 of 769

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