Excellent
#67 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 3% in state
Liberty Corner School
Elementary School · Bernards Township School District
61 Church Street, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey elementary schools
#46 of 1,496
In district
#2 of 6
Bernards Township School District
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Exceptional
About Liberty Corner School
Liberty Corner School is a public elementary school in Liberty Corner, New Jersey, serving kindergarten through fifth grade. With 448 students and a student-teacher ratio of 10.9:1, classes stay small enough for teachers to focus on each student consistently. Liberty Corner earns a composite score of 9.1/10, rated Exceptional.
Academic performance scores 8.7/10 and growth scores 9.1/10. Among the six schools in Bernards Township School District, Liberty Corner ranks second. Statewide, it places #38 out of 1,496 New Jersey elementary schools — a strong signal that the school's performance holds up against the full field of elementary competition in the state.
Zoom out to the full public school pool and the standing gets sharper. Liberty Corner outperforms 98% of New Jersey public schools across all grade levels and school types, ranking #62 out of 2,463. For families comparing public elementary options in the township or across the state, that combination of strong academics, high growth, and a top-percentile statewide ranking makes Liberty Corner one of New Jersey's most consistently high-performing elementary options.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Corner School — Students at Liberty Corner School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.1/10.
How Liberty Corner School Compares
See how Liberty Corner School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 74% (2019) to 70% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 67% (2019) to 69% (2022).
Location
61 Church Street, Liberty Corner, NJ 07938
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Corner School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mount Prospect Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), with a very similar rating. Another option is Cedar Hill School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Oak Street School (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Basking Ridge), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Liberty Corner, see our Liberty Corner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE ALBROOK SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BONNIE BRAE SCHOOL Liberty Corner | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| William Annin Middle School Basking Ridge | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| MONTGOMERY ACADEMY Basking Ridge | 1.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Mount Prospect Elementary School Basking Ridge | 2.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Hamilton Primary School Bridgewater | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| ST MARTINS SCHOOL Bridgewater | 2.9 mi | — |
| Cedar Hill School Basking Ridge | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Ridge High School Basking Ridge | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| FAR HILLS COUNTRY SCHOOL Far Hills | 2.8 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Oak Street School Basking Ridge | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| ALAN E ZIMMER CHABAD PRESCHOOL Basking Ridge | 2.6 mi | — |
| Crim Primary School Bridgewater | 3.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Bernards High School Bernardsville | 3.8 mi | 8.8 |
| SCHOOL OF SAINT ELIZABETH Bernardsville | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillside Intermediate School Bridgewater | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Bedminster Township Public School Bedminster | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Mt. Horeb School Warren | 3.9 mi | 7.0 |
| LITTLE FRIENDS OF JESUS NURSERY SCHOOL Martinsville | 4.3 mi | — |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alan B. Shepard Elementary School Old Bridge, NJ | 8.9 |
| Central Avenue School Madison, NJ | 8.9 |
| Central Elementary School East Hanover, NJ | 8.9 |
| Mary E. Roberts Elementary School Moorestown, NJ | 8.9 |
| Stony Brook Elementary School Rockaway, NJ | 8.9 |
| Washington Avenue School Chatham, NJ | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Corner School
What grades does Liberty Corner School serve?
Liberty Corner School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Liberty Corner School?
Liberty Corner School has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Corner School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Corner School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Corner School rank in NJ?
Liberty Corner School is ranked #67 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Liberty Corner School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Corner School has a composite rating of 8.9 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 Corner School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty Corner School has 65.5% math proficiency and 73.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Liberty Corner School a charter school?
No, Liberty Corner School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Corner School a Title I school?
No, Liberty Corner School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Corner School?
2.7% of students at Liberty Corner 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 448
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Somerset County
- Phone
- (908) 204-2550
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Bernards Township School District- District Enrollment
- 4,760
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,538
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
Other Schools in This District
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