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Liberty Elementary
Elementary School · Riverside Unified
9631 Hayes St., Riverside, CA 92503
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher
25.2:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,987 of 9,539
In Riverside
#47 of 78
public schools
In district
#30 of 48
Riverside Unified
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Liberty Elementary
Elementary School in Riverside · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Liberty Elementary
Liberty Elementary is a public elementary school in Riverside, CA, part of Riverside Unified. Liberty Elementary serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 25.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #6,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Liberty Elementary 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 Elementary runs 25.2:1 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.
33% of students at Liberty 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
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Liberty Elementary — Students at Liberty Elementary score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How Liberty Elementary Compares
See how Liberty Elementary 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
9631 Hayes St., Riverside, CA 92503
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harrison Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monroe Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Riverside, see our Riverside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Special Education Riverside | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| BRIGHT FUTURES ACADEMY RIVERSIDE Riverside | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Dynamic Hope Schools - Riverside Riverside | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Riverside | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Sherman Indian High School Riverside | 0.8 mi | — |
| Jackson Elementary Riverside | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Foothill Elementary Riverside | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Harrison Elementary Riverside | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Chemawa Middle Riverside | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| COTTONWOOD MONTESSORI Riverside | 1.3 mi | — |
| Wells Middle Riverside | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Myra Linn Elementary Riverside | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Monroe Elementary Riverside | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Arlington High Riverside | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Arlanza Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Adams Elementary Riverside | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Hawthorne Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Riverside | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Collett Elementary Riverside | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| La Granada Elementary Riverside | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,523
Median Home Value
$556,300
Median Rent
$1,801/mo
Population
88,242
College Educated
20.7%
Homeownership
65.9%
Avg Commute
35.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
34.7
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| Bassett Street Elementary Lake Balboa, CA | 5.2 |
| Beamer Elementary Woodland, CA | 5.2 |
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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 6th.
How many students attend Liberty Elementary?
Liberty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary is 25.2:1. 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 #6,987 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Liberty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% 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?
58.3% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 630
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 25.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (951) 352-8225
Resources & Links
District
Riverside Unified- District Enrollment
- 38,855
- Schools in District
- 49
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,005
- District Rank
- #30 of 48
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