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#1816 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 38% in state
Liberty Elementary School
Elementary School · NYACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
142 LAKE RD, Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
449
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,816 of 4,742
In Valley Cottage
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
NYACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Liberty Elementary School
Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Valley Cottage, NY, part of NYACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 449 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,816 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 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: 5.9/10.
How Liberty Elementary School Compares
See how Liberty Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
142 LAKE RD, Valley Cottage, NY 10989
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Nyack), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Valley Cottage, see our Valley Cottage schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY COTTAGE SCHOOL Valley Cottage | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Valley Cottage | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| NYACK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nyack | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
| UPPER NYACK SCHOOL Upper Nyack | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Congers | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| MONTESSORI CENTER OF NYACK Nyack | 2.5 mi | — |
| NYACK MIDDLE SCHOOL Nyack | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| STRAWTOWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.4 mi | 7.9 |
| CLARKSTOWN NORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New City | 2.6 mi | 9.0 |
| DAYTOP PREP SCHOOL Blauvelt | 3.6 mi | — |
| ROCKLAND BOCES West Nyack | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| WEST NYACK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Nyack | 3.3 mi | 6.7 |
| FELIX FESTA CHARACTER MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FELIX FESTA DETERMINATION MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| FELIX FESTA ACHIEVEMENT MIDDLE SCHOOL West Nyack | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| LAUREL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack | 3.3 mi | 9.0 |
| NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| BLUE ROCK SCHOOL West Nyack | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CLEAR VIEW SCHOOL DAY TREATMENT Briarcliff Manor | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10989 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,501
Median Home Value
$512,700
Median Rent
$2,017/mo
Population
8,410
College Educated
57.8%
Homeownership
88.4%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
49.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany, NY | 6.9 |
| BRONX COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.9 |
| BROOKLYN AVENUE SCHOOL Valley Stream, NY | 6.9 |
| CALCIUM PRIMARY SCHOOL Calcium, NY | 6.9 |
| CARYL E ADAMS PRIMARY SCHOOL Whitney Point, NY | 6.9 |
| CASIMIR PULASKI SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Elementary School
What grades does Liberty Elementary School serve?
Liberty Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 449 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 11.5:1. 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 #1,816 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% 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?
38.5% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 449
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Rockland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (845) 353-7240
Resources & Links
District
NYACK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,880
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,332
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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