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#1618 of 2,221 schools in MO
Liberty Oaks Elem.
Elementary School · LIBERTY 53
8150 N FARLEY AVE, Kansas City, MO 64158
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
514
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
5.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#1,618 of 2,221
In Kansas City
#101 of 147
public schools
In district
#14 of 17
LIBERTY 53
School environment
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Liberty Oaks Elem.
Elementary School in Kansas City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Liberty Oaks Elem.
Liberty Oaks Elem. is a public elementary school in Kansas City, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Liberty Oaks Elem. serves approximately 514 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Oaks Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,618 of 2,221 schools in MO.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Oaks Elem. show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MO avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Oaks Elem. — Students at Liberty Oaks Elem. score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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 Oaks Elem. Compares
See how Liberty Oaks Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8150 N FARLEY AVE, Kansas City, MO 64158
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Oaks Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WARREN HILLS ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Liberty), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kansas City, see our Kansas City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City | 0.7 mi | — |
| SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
| ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty | 1.5 mi | 5.5 |
| LIBERTY HIGH Liberty | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| NORTHWEST REG. YOUTH CTR. Kansas City | 2.6 mi | — |
| KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MAPLE PARK MIDDLE Kansas City | 3.9 mi | 6.8 |
| NORTHVIEW ELEMENTARY Kansas City | 3.3 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 64158 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,781
Median Home Value
$352,300
Median Rent
$1,472/mo
Population
7,267
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
52.6%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
35.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOLIVAR INTERMEDIATE SCH. Bolivar, MO | 5.2 |
| CLAYMONT ELEM. Ballwin, MO | 5.2 |
| CRESTWOOD ELEM. St. Louis, MO | 5.2 |
| ELM GROVE ELEM. Independence, MO | 5.2 |
| EUGENE FIELD ELEM. Maryville, MO | 5.2 |
| FAIR GROVE ELEM. Fair Grove, MO | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Oaks Elem.
What grades does Liberty Oaks Elem. serve?
Liberty Oaks Elem. serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Liberty Oaks Elem.?
Liberty Oaks Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 514 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Oaks Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Oaks Elem. is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Oaks Elem. rank in MO?
Liberty Oaks Elem. ranks #1,618 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Liberty Oaks Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Oaks Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Oaks Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Oaks Elem. has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Liberty Oaks Elem. a charter school?
No, Liberty Oaks Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Oaks Elem. a Title I school?
No, Liberty Oaks Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Oaks Elem.?
31.3% of students at Liberty Oaks Elem. 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 514
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Clay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.9%
- Phone
- (816) 736-5600
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY 53- District Enrollment
- 12,154
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,179
- District Rank
- #14 of 17
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