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Liberty Drive Elementary

Elementary School · Thomasville City Schools

401 Liberty Drive, Thomasville, NC 27360

Enrollment

342

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

3.8

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

North Carolina schools

#2,425 of 2,648

In Thomasville

#12 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Thomasville City Schools

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Liberty Drive Elementary

3.8/10

Elementary School in Thomasville · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Liberty Drive Elementary

Liberty Drive Elementary is a public elementary school in Thomasville, NC, part of Thomasville City Schools. Liberty Drive Elementary serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,425 of 2,648 schools in NC.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Drive Elementary show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.0
  • NC avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.5% (2025 NC)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.7% (2025 NC)
Math vs. State Avg-21.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.1 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 NC, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 NC)
vs. Expected-10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,066
Chronic Absenteeism27.2%

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

99.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NC NC (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
57.9% (2025 NC)
ELA Proficiency 29.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.7% (2025 NC)

Based on 34 test records from NC state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
62%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
23%
2013
Math
46%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
19%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
18%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2025
Math
37.3%
ELA
34.5%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Liberty Drive Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
9th percentile in NC
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
99%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

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

401 Liberty Drive, Thomasville, NC 27360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Drive Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hasty Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopewell Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Trinity), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brier Creek Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 5.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Thomasville, see our Thomasville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Thomasville Primary Thomasville 0.3 mi 6.3
Thomasville High Thomasville 1.7 mi 4.4
Thomasville Middle Thomasville 1.7 mi 4.0
Fair Grove Elementary Thomasville 2.3 mi 5.4
NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Thomasville 2.3 mi 3.5
East Davidson High Thomasville 2.8 mi 6.0
Hasty Elementary Thomasville 3.2 mi 8.4
E Lawson Brown Middle Thomasville 3.0 mi 4.6
Hopewell Elementary School Trinity 3.3 mi 8.0
Trinity Middle School Archdale 3.4 mi 3.8
Trinity High School Trinity 3.9 mi 5.8
Oak Hill Elementary High Point 4.5 mi 4.5
Pilot Elementary Thomasville 3.9 mi 5.2
GRACE POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point 4.5 mi 6.9
Wheatmore High School Trinity 4.7 mi 5.9
HAYWORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL High Point 5.2 mi 7.5
Trinity Elementary School Trinity 4.6 mi 5.0
HIGH POINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY High Point 5.5 mi 5.7
CAROLINA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Thomasville 5.3 mi 6.0
Brier Creek Elementary Thomasville 5.7 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 27360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,898

Median Home Value

$174,500

Median Rent

$853/mo

Population

48,520

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

68.3%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Drive Elementary

What grades does Liberty Drive Elementary serve?

Liberty Drive Elementary serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Drive Elementary?

Liberty Drive Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Drive Elementary is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Drive Elementary rank in NC?

Liberty Drive Elementary ranks #2,425 of 2,648 schools in NC.

What is Liberty Drive Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Drive Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Drive Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Drive Elementary has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Liberty Drive Elementary a charter school?

No, Liberty Drive Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Drive Elementary a Title I school?

No, Liberty Drive Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Drive Elementary?

99.1% of students at Liberty Drive 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
99.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.2%

District

Thomasville City Schools
District Enrollment
2,177
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,066
District Rank
#4 of 4

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