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#2308 of 9,539 schools in CA

Top 24% in state

Liberty Elementary

Elementary School · Liberty Elementary

1771 East Pacific Ave., Tulare, CA 93274

Enrollment

819

Student-Teacher

22.8:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

California schools

#2,308 of 9,539

In Tulare

#6 of 28

public schools

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Elementary

7.6/10

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

Accelerated Charter High

6.5/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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4.2/10

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About Liberty Elementary

Liberty Elementary is a public elementary school in Tulare, CA, part of Liberty Elementary. Liberty Elementary serves approximately 819 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 22.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.4 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Elementary runs 22.8:1 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency36.7% (2024 CAASPP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.2% (2024 CAASPP)
Math vs. State Avg-9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.4 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2024 CAASPP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 CAASPP)
vs. Expected-6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,526
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Liberty Elementary — Students at Liberty Elementary score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
36.8% (2024 CAASPP)
ELA Proficiency 44.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 CAASPP)

Based on 36 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
42%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
34.6%
ELA
49.2%
2024
Math
36.5%
ELA
50.2%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.

How Liberty Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in CA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

1771 East Pacific Ave., Tulare, CA 93274

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alpine Vista (rated 7.5/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cottonwood Creek Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Visalia), a more accessible option. Additionally, Mission Valley Elementary (rated 4.2/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tulare, see our Tulare schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Accelerated Charter High Tulare 0.7 mi 6.5
Mission Valley Elementary Tulare 0.9 mi 4.2
Live Oak Middle Tulare 1.9 mi 6.2
Tulare County Court Visalia 2.0 mi 5.1
Special Education Visalia 2.0 mi 3.1
Garden Elementary Tulare 2.2 mi 4.2
Cherry Avenue Middle Tulare 2.3 mi 3.7
Wilson Elementary Tulare 2.7 mi 2.8
Los Tules Middle Tulare 2.5 mi 6.5
Frank Kohn Elementary Tulare 2.9 mi 3.6
Tulare Union High Tulare 2.8 mi 7.7
Heritage Elementary Tulare 2.5 mi 3.8
Sierra Vista Charter High Tulare 2.9 mi 8.1
Cottonwood Creek Elementary Visalia 3.1 mi 6.5
GREENHOUSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Visalia 3.2 mi
Alpine Vista Tulare 3.3 mi 7.5
Alpine Vista Middle Tulare 3.3 mi 4.7
Tulare Western High Tulare 3.0 mi 7.4
Lincoln Elementary Tulare 3.4 mi 4.1
Tulare City Community Day Tulare 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 93274 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,905

Median Home Value

$300,900

Median Rent

$1,334/mo

Population

79,154

College Educated

10.9%

Homeownership

57.6%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

29.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Elementary

What grades does Liberty Elementary serve?

Liberty Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary?

Liberty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 819 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary is 22.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Elementary rank in CA?

Liberty Elementary ranks #2,308 of 9,539 schools in CA.

What is Liberty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elementary has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Liberty Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Liberty Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

44.0% of students at Liberty 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
819
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Tulare County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Liberty Elementary
District Enrollment
819
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,526
District Rank
#1 of 1

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