Very Good
#330 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 17% in state
Liberty Elementary
Elementary School · BIG LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
17901 205TH AVE NW, Big Lake, MN 55309
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
760
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#330 of 1,992
In Big Lake
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
BIG LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Liberty Elementary
Elementary School in Big Lake · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Liberty Elementary
Liberty Elementary is a public elementary school in Big Lake, MN, part of BIG LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Liberty Elementary serves approximately 760 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #330 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Elementary — Students at Liberty Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2015-16)
Based on 16 test records from MN state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Liberty Elementary Compares
See how Liberty Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17901 205TH AVE NW, Big Lake, MN 55309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastview Education Center (rated 7.9/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Monticello), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Big Lake, see our Big Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| INDEPENDENCE ELEMENTARY Big Lake | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| BIG LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Big Lake | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| SNW - Big Lake HS Transitions Big Lake | 0.7 mi | — |
| BIG LAKE SENIOR HIGH Big Lake | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Big Lake Online K-5 Big Lake | 0.7 mi | — |
| Big Lake Online 6-12 Big Lake | 0.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Monticello Middle School - SNW Monticello | 4.0 mi | — |
| SNW Monti MS EBD Program Monticello | 4.0 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO MIDDLE Monticello | 4.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Intensive DCD - SNW Monticello | 4.0 mi | — |
| Foundations II Monticello | 4.0 mi | — |
| 882 Online 6-12 Monticello | 4.0 mi | 4.3 |
| HOLY SPIRIT ACADEMY Monticello | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Eastview Elementary School - SNW Monticello | 4.5 mi | — |
| Primary DCD - SNW Monticello | 4.5 mi | — |
| Eastview Education Center Monticello | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Monticello High School - SNW Monticello | 4.6 mi | — |
| SNW Monti HS EBD Program Monticello | 4.6 mi | — |
| MONTICELLO SENIOR HIGH Monticello | 4.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MONTICELLO ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM Monticello | 4.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,387
Median Home Value
$335,500
Median Rent
$1,463/mo
Population
21,406
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
91.1%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR RIDGE ELEMENTARY Eden Prairie, MN | 7.6 |
| CENTENNIAL ELEMENTARY Circle Pines, MN | 7.6 |
| HERMANTOWN ELEMENTARY Hermantown, MN | 7.6 |
| ISLAND LAKE ELEMENTARY Shoreview, MN | 7.6 |
| LITTLE MOUNTAIN ELEMENTARY Monticello, MN | 7.6 |
| Laketown Elementary Waconia, MN | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Elementary
What grades does Liberty Elementary serve?
Liberty Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Liberty Elementary?
Liberty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 760 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Elementary rank in MN?
Liberty Elementary ranks #330 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Liberty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elementary has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2016).
Is Liberty Elementary a charter school?
No, Liberty Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Elementary a Title I school?
No, Liberty Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Elementary?
38.8% of students at Liberty Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 760
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Sherburne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.7%
- Phone
- (763) 262-8100
Resources & Links
District
BIG LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,157
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,268
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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