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#1884 of 3,813 schools in IL

Top 49% in state

Liberty Elementary School

Elementary School · CUSD 300

6500 Miller Rd, Carpentersville, IL 60110

Enrollment

755

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#1,884 of 3,813

In Carpentersville

#5 of 10

public schools

In district

#15 of 27

CUSD 300

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Liberty Elementary School

6.2/10

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

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6.7/10

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About Liberty Elementary School

Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Carpentersville, IL, part of CUSD 300. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,884 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • IL avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,080
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.3% (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
91%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2022
ELA
33%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Liberty Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
51th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

6500 Miller Rd, Carpentersville, IL 60110

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Elem School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kenneth E Neubert Elem School (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Algonquin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Carpentersville, see our Carpentersville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Westfield Community School Algonquin 1.5 mi 6.7
Dundee Middle School Dundee 1.6 mi 5.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ALGONQUIN Algonquin 2.1 mi
THE GODDARD SCHOOL OF ELGIN Elgin 2.2 mi
Sleepy Hollow Elem School Sleepy Hollow 2.6 mi 7.3
Harry D Jacobs High School Algonquin 3.1 mi 8.0
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Dundee 2.7 mi 6.2
Gilberts Elem Sch Gilberts 2.4 mi 7.1
LUMEN ACADEMY West Dundee 2.7 mi
Kenneth E Neubert Elem School Algonquin 3.2 mi 7.8
Parkview Elementary School Carpentersville 2.6 mi 4.4
Delacey Family Educ Ctr Carpentersville 2.7 mi 6.8
Dundee Highlands Elem School West Dundee 3.1 mi 7.3
Eastview Elem School Algonquin 3.2 mi 8.6
Carpentersville Middle School Carpentersville 2.9 mi 4.3
Algonquin Middle School Algonquin 3.3 mi 6.8
ST MARGARET MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Algonquin 3.4 mi 3.9
Lincoln Prairie Elem School Lake In The Hills 3.9 mi 6.1
Dundee-Crown High School Carpentersville 3.0 mi 7.0
Algonquin Lakes Elem Sch Algonquin 3.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,714

Median Home Value

$224,300

Median Rent

$1,421/mo

Population

39,028

College Educated

23.6%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

33.8

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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 755 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 16.4:1. 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 IL?

Liberty Elementary School ranks #1,884 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary 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 Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elementary School has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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?

39.2% 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
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Kane County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

District

CUSD 300
District Enrollment
20,488
Schools in District
29
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,080
District Rank
#15 of 27

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