Below Average
#3997 of 4,742 schools in NY
Liberty Elementary School
Elementary School · LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
201 N MAIN ST, Liberty, NY 12754
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
4.4
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,997 of 4,742
In Liberty
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Liberty Elementary School
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About Liberty Elementary School
Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Liberty, NY, part of LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,997 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Liberty Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY 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: 4.4/10.
How Liberty Elementary School Compares
See how Liberty Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
201 N MAIN ST, Liberty, NY 12754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. LIVINGSTON MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Livingston Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is TRI-VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Grahamsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SULLIVAN WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Jeffersonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,597
Median Home Value
$190,700
Median Rent
$905/mo
Population
8,525
College Educated
22.7%
Homeownership
49.6%
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
33
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| CIRCLEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Circleville, NY | 4.4 |
| DEWITT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster, NY | 4.4 |
| ELMWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monsey, NY | 4.4 |
| GEORGE F JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Endicott, NY | 4.4 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore, NY | 4.4 |
| HERKIMER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Herkimer, NY | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Elementary School
What grades does Liberty Elementary School serve?
Liberty Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 11.2:1. 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 NY?
Liberty Elementary School ranks #3,997 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
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?
54.5% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 683
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sullivan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.1%
- Phone
- (845) 292-5400
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,834
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,153
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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