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Liberty Elem School

Elementary School · Cicero SD 99

4946 W 13th St, Cicero, IL 60804

Enrollment

485

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,900 of 3,813

In Cicero

#6 of 17

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

Cicero SD 99

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Liberty Elem School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Cicero · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

T Roosevelt Elem School

5.3/10

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

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7.0/10

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About Liberty Elem School

Liberty Elem School is a public elementary school in Cicero, IL, part of Cicero SD 99. Liberty Elem School serves approximately 485 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,900 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elem School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • IL avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Liberty Elem School 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 Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)10% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+1.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,162
Chronic Absenteeism41.4%

Liberty Elem School — Students at Liberty Elem School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 10%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
30%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
17%
2014
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
ELA
17%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Liberty Elem School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
50th percentile in IL
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
85%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

Location

4946 W 13th St, Cicero, IL 60804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cicero West Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clark G R Elem School (rated 5.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Mason Elem School (rated 5.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Chicago), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cicero, see our Cicero schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
T Roosevelt Elem School Cicero 0.3 mi 5.3
Clark Acad Prep Magnet High Schl Chicago 0.6 mi 7.0
Leland Elem School Chicago 0.6 mi 2.4
CHRIST THE KING JESUIT COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Chicago 0.9 mi 5.9
CHICAGO JESUIT ACADEMY Chicago 0.9 mi 8.1
J Sterling Morton Freshman Cntr Cicero 0.8 mi 5.9
Unity Jr High School Cicero 0.9 mi 5.2
Cicero West Elementary School Cicero 1.1 mi 6.4
Plato Learning Acad Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 3.0
YCCS-Scholastic Achievement HS Chicago 1.1 mi 6.5
Sherlock Elem School Cicero 1.1 mi 4.0
Hughes C Elem School Chicago 0.9 mi 3.9
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad Chicago 1.0 mi 4.7
Hefferan Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 3.6
Spencer Technology Acad Elem Sch Chicago 1.4 mi 4.9
Mason Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.5
Clark G R Elem School Chicago 1.1 mi 5.7
CHANCE AFTER CHANCE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Chicago 1.5 mi
Depriest Elem School Chicago 1.3 mi 4.8
Webster Elem School Chicago 1.2 mi 3.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,548

Median Home Value

$236,000

Median Rent

$1,121/mo

Population

83,223

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.1%

Median Age

34.3

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Anne Fox Elem School Hanover Park, IL 6.2
Chaney-Monge School Crest Hill, IL 6.2
Charles J Sahs Elem School Chicago, IL 6.2
Chicago Academy Elem School Chicago, IL 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Elem School

What grades does Liberty Elem School serve?

Liberty Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Liberty Elem School?

Liberty Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 485 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elem School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Elem School rank in IL?

Liberty Elem School ranks #1,900 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Liberty Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Elem School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elem School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Elem School a charter school?

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

Is Liberty Elem School a Title I school?

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

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

84.9% of students at Liberty Elem 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
68 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
485
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

District

Cicero SD 99
District Enrollment
8,598
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,162
District Rank
#5 of 15

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