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Liberty Elementary School

Elementary School · School City of Hobart

130 N Liberty St, Hobart, IN 46342

Enrollment

408

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

1st – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,233 of 1,823

In Hobart

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 6

School City of Hobart

Equity

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Hobart · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Liberty Elementary School

Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hobart, IN, part of School City of Hobart. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,233 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency60.5% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg+9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected+10.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,086
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

56.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.1% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 37 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
89%
ELA
85%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
90%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
59%
2025
Math
60.5%
ELA
33.5%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Liberty Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in IN
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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

130 N Liberty St, Hobart, IN 46342

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Portage), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Early Learning Center-George Earle (rated 6.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hobart, see our Hobart schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hobart 1.1 mi 7.0
Hobart Middle School Hobart 1.2 mi 5.6
Hobart High School Hobart 1.4 mi 5.5
Joan Martin Elementary School Hobart 1.4 mi 6.4
John I Meister Elementary School Hobart 1.5 mi 2.6
Veterans Elementary School at Mundell Hobart 1.4 mi 5.8
Neighbors' New Vistas High School Portage 1.7 mi 6.5
Alexander Hamilton Elementary Sch Lake Station 2.2 mi 4.1
Early Learning Center-George Earle Hobart 1.9 mi 6.9
Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr HS Lake Station 2.7 mi 3.4
River Forest Middle School Hobart 2.3 mi 3.4
River Forest High School Hobart 2.3 mi 3.9
Virgil I Bailey Elementary School Lake Station 2.9 mi 3.4
William Fegely Middle School Portage 2.7 mi 4.0
George L Myers Elementary School Portage 2.7 mi 4.3
John Wood Elementary School Merrillville 3.9 mi 6.4
Charter School of the Dunes Gary 4.0 mi 4.3
Henry S Evans Elementary School Lake Station 3.1 mi 4.0
Central Elementary School Portage 3.6 mi 3.3
NATIVITY OF OUR SAVIOR/DIOCESE Portage 3.7 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46342 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,163

Median Home Value

$193,400

Median Rent

$1,110/mo

Population

32,525

College Educated

21.4%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

38.1

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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 1st through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?

Liberty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 18.5:1. 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 IN?

Liberty Elementary School ranks #1,233 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

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?

56.9% 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
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
56.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Lake County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

District

School City of Hobart
District Enrollment
4,058
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,086
District Rank
#6 of 6

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