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Very Good

#462 of 1,280 schools in IA

Top 36% in state

Liberty Elementary School

Elementary School · Sioux City Comm School District

1623 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA 51103

Enrollment

632

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Iowa schools

#462 of 1,280

In Sioux City

#6 of 20

public schools

In district

#6 of 20

Sioux City Comm School District

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Elementary School

7.2/10

Elementary School in Sioux City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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6.0/10

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About Liberty Elementary School

Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sioux City, IA, part of Sioux City Comm School District. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 632 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #462 of 1,280 schools in IA.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • IA avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.21 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.2% (2025 ISASP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.8% (2025 ISASP)
Math vs. State Avg-25.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-17.3 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 ISASP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 ISASP)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,117
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IA ISASP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
74.6% (2025 ISASP)
ELA Proficiency 49.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
72.3% (2025 ISASP)

Based on 31 test records from IA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2011
Math
60%
ELA
51%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
41%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2025
Math
51.2%
ELA
51.8%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Liberty Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
64th percentile in IA
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
88%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

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

1623 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA 51103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SACRED HEART SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Riverside Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Hunt Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Sioux City, see our Sioux City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Hunt Elementary School Sioux City 0.7 mi 7.4
BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS Sioux City 0.8 mi 6.0
Loess Hills Elementary Sioux City 0.9 mi 6.3
BISHOP HEELAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Sioux City 1.0 mi 6.4
West High School Sioux City 1.1 mi 3.2
West Middle School Sioux City 1.3 mi 6.0
Perry Creek Elementary School Sioux City 1.8 mi 7.0
LEWIS & CLARK ELEMENTARY SCH So Sioux City 1.9 mi 5.5
ST PAULS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Sioux City 1.6 mi
BOYS & GIRLS HOME FAMILY SERVICES Sioux City 1.6 mi 7.4
Bryant Elementary School Sioux City 1.7 mi 5.6
Irving Elementary School Sioux City 1.7 mi 5.2
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL South Sioux City 2.2 mi 6.2
Irving Preschool Sioux City 1.8 mi
HARNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 2.5 mi 7.4
COVINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 2.7 mi 4.4
Clark Early Childhood Center Sioux City 2.7 mi 6.1
E N SWETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL So Sioux City 2.9 mi 3.4
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Sioux City 2.5 mi 9.0
Riverside Elementary School Sioux City 2.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 51103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,212

Median Home Value

$124,400

Median Rent

$887/mo

Population

17,145

College Educated

17.1%

Homeownership

64.7%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

18.7%

Median Age

36.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Kinsey Elementary School Sioux Center, IA 7.2
PELLA CHRISTIAN GRADE SCHOOL Pella, IA 7.2
West Burlington Elem School West Burlington, IA 7.2
Woodland Hills Elementary School West Des Moines, IA 7.2
Adel Elementary School Adel, IA 7.3
Alan Shepard Elementary School Long Grove, IA 7.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Elementary School

What grades does Liberty Elementary School serve?

Liberty Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?

Liberty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 632 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Elementary School rank in IA?

Liberty Elementary School ranks #462 of 1,280 schools in IA.

What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Liberty Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Liberty Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

88.1% of students at Liberty Elementary School 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
50 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
632
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Woodbury County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Sioux City Comm School District
District Enrollment
14,661
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,117
District Rank
#6 of 20

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