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#4058 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 43% in state

Liberty Charter

Elementary School · Liberty Charter District

26247 Ellis St., Madera, CA 93638

Charter

Enrollment

674

Student-Teacher

25:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#4,058 of 9,539

In Madera

#7 of 41

public schools

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Charter

6.7/10

Elementary School in Madera · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.6/10

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6.4/10

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About Liberty Charter

Liberty Charter is a public elementary school in Madera, CA, part of Liberty Charter District. Liberty Charter serves approximately 674 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 25:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #4,058 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Charter show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

How it compares0.5 pts above CA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Liberty Charter sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Liberty Charter runs 25:1 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.

Liberty Charter is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change-0.68 pts/yr
Data Period2018–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency20.8% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-28 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-22 pts
Overall Proficiency19% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-3.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio25:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,206
Chronic Absenteeism11.4%

Liberty Charter — Students at Liberty Charter score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

91.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.9% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 22.7% (multi-year average, 2018-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2018
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
15.1%
ELA
23.6%
2024
Math
18%
ELA
21.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Liberty Charter Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in CA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
92%
Teaching Staff
25:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

Location

26247 Ellis St., Madera, CA 93638

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Charter may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James Monroe Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is James Madison Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, George Washington Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Madera, see our Madera schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Sherman Thomas STEM Academy Madera 0.2 mi 7.6
Sherman Thomas Charter High Madera 0.3 mi 6.4
Sherman Thomas Charter Madera 0.3 mi 5.7
Nishimoto Elementary Madera 0.3 mi 5.7
Matilda Torres High Madera 0.4 mi 4.7
Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera 0.4 mi 6.5
James Monroe Elementary Madera 0.8 mi 6.8
George Washington Elementary Madera 1.2 mi 6.0
John J. Pershing Elementary Madera 1.2 mi 4.6
ST JOACHIM SCHOOL Madera 1.9 mi 4.3
Thomas Jefferson Middle Madera 1.9 mi 6.1
St. Joachim Elementary Madera 1.9 mi
John Adams Elementary Madera 2.2 mi 4.4
Millview Elementary Madera 1.9 mi 5.6
Madera High Madera 2.3 mi 5.4
Mountain Vista High Madera 2.0 mi 5.6
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Madera 2.1 mi 5.8
James Madison Elementary Madera 2.5 mi 6.5
Gould Educational Center Madera 2.6 mi 3.0
Berenda Elementary Madera 2.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93638 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,031

Median Home Value

$291,500

Median Rent

$1,218/mo

Population

51,502

College Educated

8%

Homeownership

53.6%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

26.5%

Median Age

29

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Charter

What grades does Liberty Charter serve?

Liberty Charter serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Charter?

Liberty Charter has an enrollment of approximately 674 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Charter?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Charter is 25:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Charter rank in CA?

Liberty Charter ranks #4,058 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Liberty Charter's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Charter has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Charter?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Charter has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).

Is Liberty Charter a charter school?

Yes, Liberty Charter is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Liberty Charter a Title I school?

No, Liberty Charter is not currently a Title I school.

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

91.8% of students at Liberty Charter 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
25 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
16 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
674
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
91.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Madera County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.4%

District

Liberty Charter District
District Enrollment
674
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,206
District Rank
#1 of 1

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