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#1594 of 3,441 schools in OH

Top 46% in state

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8

Elementary School · Lima City

338 W Kibby St, Lima, OH 45804

Enrollment

375

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#1,594 of 3,441

In Lima

#10 of 21

public schools

In district

#3 of 9

Lima City

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Arts Magnet K-8

6.6/10

Elementary School in Lima · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lima South Science-technology Magnet K-8

9.1/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

West Central Learning Academy II

3.0/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Liberty Arts Magnet K-8

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is a public elementary school in Lima, OH, part of Lima City. Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,594 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • OH avg 6.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,321
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 — Students at Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2019
Math
61%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
35.7%
ELA
47.2%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 Compares

See how Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
54th percentile in OH
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

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

338 W Kibby St, Lima, OH 45804

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST GERARD (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lima, see our Lima schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lima South Science-Technology Magnet K-8 Lima 0.5 mi 9.1
West Central Learning Academy II Lima 0.8 mi 3.0
ST ROSE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lima 1.1 mi 8.4
Lima Senior High School Lima 1.0 mi 5.0
LIBERTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 1.0 mi
Freedom Elementary School Lima 1.0 mi 7.0
Heir Force Community School Lima 1.4 mi 4.5
Unity Elementary School Lima 1.3 mi 5.2
Independence Elementary School Lima 1.6 mi 6.1
Heritage Elementary School Lima 1.5 mi 5.9
Lima North Middle School Lima 1.8 mi 5.4
ST GERARD Lima 2.0 mi 8.1
ST CHARLES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lima 1.9 mi 8.0
LIMA CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Lima 2.1 mi 8.0
Lima West Middle School Lima 2.3 mi 5.2
THE CENTER FOR AUTISM AND DYSLEXIA Lima 3.2 mi 7.3
THE CENTER FOR AUTISM AND DYSLEXIA Lima 3.2 mi 7.8
THE LIMA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lima 2.8 mi
PILGRIM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lima 3.5 mi
Apollo Career Center Lima 3.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 45804 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,594

Median Home Value

$96,100

Median Rent

$888/mo

Population

14,197

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

17.3 min

Poverty Rate

26.1%

Median Age

41.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Arts Magnet K-8

What grades does Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 serve?

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Arts Magnet K-8?

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Arts Magnet K-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 rank in OH?

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 ranks #1,594 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Liberty Arts Magnet K-8's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Arts Magnet K-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 a charter school?

No, Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 a Title I school?

No, Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
58 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
24 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
64 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Allen County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

Lima City
District Enrollment
3,332
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,321
District Rank
#3 of 9

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