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#29 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 6% of private schools

Liberty Christian School

High School

2323 COLUMBUS AVE, Anderson, IN 46016

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Anderson. Learn more

Enrollment

200

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

8.5

Grades

7th – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Anderson

#1 of 6

public schools

Indiana high schools

#2 of 41

About Liberty Christian School

Liberty Christian School serves 200 students in grades 7-12 in Anderson, Indiana, offering a close-knit educational environment with a student-teacher ratio of 10.6:1. With 19 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides personalized attention that contributes to its strong academic reputation, earning an impressive 8.6 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking #85 out of 478 schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile. The school's smaller size allows for meaningful relationships between students and faculty, fostering an atmosphere where each student can receive individualized support.

This personalized approach appears to be paying dividends, as evidenced by the school's excellent statewide ranking among Indiana high schools. Located on Columbus Avenue, Liberty Christian School serves families in a community where the median household income is $33,720 and median home values are $62,500. The surrounding neighborhood has a poverty rate of 28.6%, with 10% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher.

Despite economic challenges in the broader community, the school has established itself as a high-performing institution that provides quality education to its students. The school operates in Anderson's small city setting, offering students the benefits of a tight-knit community while maintaining access to educational opportunities that compete with the best schools across Indiana.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Liberty Christian School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Financial Overview

Source: IRS Form 990 (2024 filing)

Per-Pupil Spending
Total expenses ÷ enrollment
$14,549
Per-Pupil Revenue
Total revenue ÷ enrollment
$15,000
Financial Health
Revenue-to-expense ratio (>1.0 = surplus)
1.03x — Stable
Tuition Dependency
Share of revenue from program services (tuition, fees)
95%
Total Assets
End-of-year total assets from IRS filing
$3.8M

Financial data from IRS Form 990 filings via ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer. Per-pupil figures based on current enrollment of 200 students. Not all private schools file Form 990.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Liberty Christian School compares to the 11 public schools in Anderson, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
This School
vs
15:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
200
This School
vs
654
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.5
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.5% vs 0%
Black 13.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 4.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.5% vs 0%
Liberty Christian School Anderson Public Avg

All Schools in Anderson

School Rating
Liberty Christian School (this school) 8.5
Anderson Preparatory Academy 5.3
Excel Center - Anderson 5.5
Tenth Street Elementary School 5.6
Anderson High School 6.7
Anderson Intermediate School 6.8
Eastside Elementary School 7.4
Anderson Elementary School 3.5
Erskine Elementary School 5.9
Valley Grove Elementary School 5.3
Highland Middle School 5.4
Edgewood Elementary School 7.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.2 / 10
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.1 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,278
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 51%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 200
View data sources

Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in IN

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0%
School
State
42.1%
ELA Proficiency 60.7%
School
State
40.6%

Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.5%
Black 13.5%
Two or More 13.5%
Hispanic 4.5%
Asian 1.5%
Native American 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2323 COLUMBUS AVE, Anderson, IN 46016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Christian School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Anderson High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Daleville Jr-Sr High School (rated 5.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Daleville), a more accessible option. Additionally, Excel Center - Anderson (rated 5.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Anderson, see our Anderson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Anderson Preparatory Academy Anderson 0.8 mi 5.3
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY Anderson 1.1 mi 8.2
HOLY CROSS SCHOOL Anderson 1.2 mi 7.5
Excel Center - Anderson Anderson 1.4 mi 5.5
Anderson Intermediate School Anderson 2.2 mi 6.8
Tenth Street Elementary School Anderson 1.9 mi 5.6
Eastside Elementary School Anderson 2.3 mi 7.4
Anderson High School Anderson 2.2 mi 6.7
ANDERSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 2.6 mi 8.2
Erskine Elementary School Anderson 3.0 mi 5.9
Anderson Elementary School Anderson 2.5 mi 3.5
Valley Grove Elementary School Anderson 3.1 mi 5.3
Highland Middle School Anderson 3.6 mi 5.4
CROSS STREET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Anderson 3.6 mi 6.8
INDIANA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Anderson 4.0 mi 7.7
Edgewood Elementary School Anderson 3.6 mi 7.5
East Elementary School Pendleton 6.3 mi 6.4
Pendleton Heights Middle School Pendleton 7.5 mi 5.5
Daleville Elementary School Daleville 6.2 mi 6.9
Daleville Jr-Sr High School Daleville 6.2 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$35,543

Median Home Value

$66,100

Median Rent

$864/mo

Population

18,380

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

39.1%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

33.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Liberty Christian School has a median household income of $35,543. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $66,100, with a median rent of $864/month. The area has a poverty rate of 27.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Waldo J Wood Memorial High Oakland City, IN 8.5
LA LUMIERE SCHOOL Laporte, IN 8.2
Mitchell High School Mitchell, IN 8.8
PROVIDENCE CRISTO REY HIGH SCHOOL Indianapolis, IN 8.9
Purdue Polytechnic High School South Bend South Bend, IN 8.9
MARQUETTE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Michigan City, IN 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Christian School

What grades does Liberty Christian School serve?

Liberty Christian School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Liberty Christian School?

Liberty Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 200 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Christian School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Liberty Christian School rank in IN?

Liberty Christian School is ranked #29 out of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Liberty Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Christian School has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty Christian School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty Christian School has 51.0% math proficiency and 60.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Liberty Christian School a private school?

Yes, Liberty Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Liberty Christian School a religious school?

Liberty Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
60 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,679/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Anderson). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
200
Gender Split
47% M / 53% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7.1 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Small City
County
MADISON
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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