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Liberty Elementary School

Elementary School · Columbus City Schools District

2901 Whitlow Rd, Columbus, OH 43232

Enrollment

540

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Ohio schools

#2,028 of 3,441

In Columbus

#61 of 224

public schools

In district

#20 of 114

Columbus City Schools District

Academic growth

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Liberty Elementary School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Columbus · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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2.9/10

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About Liberty Elementary School

Liberty Elementary School is a public elementary school in Columbus, OH, part of Columbus City Schools District. Liberty Elementary School serves approximately 540 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,028 of 3,441 schools in OH.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • OH avg 6.7

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Liberty Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

48% 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,308
Chronic Absenteeism47.6%

Liberty Elementary School — Students at Liberty Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.3% (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
42%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
34%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
16.5%
ELA
34.8%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Liberty Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in OH
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.6%

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

2901 Whitlow Rd, Columbus, OH 43232

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sedalia Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oakmont Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Woodcrest Elementary School (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbus, see our Columbus schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Independence High School Columbus 0.1 mi 2.9
Dunloe Elementary School Columbus 0.6 mi 3.4
Groveport Madison Middle School North Columbus 0.9 mi 5.3
Sedalia Elementary Columbus 0.9 mi 7.3
Asbury Elementary School Columbus 1.3 mi 5.3
Oakmont Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 6.5
Woodcrest Elementary School Columbus 1.7 mi 5.4
Focus Learning Academy of Southeastern Columbus Columbus 1.3 mi 2.6
Madison Elementary School Columbus 1.5 mi 4.7
Yorktown Middle School Columbus 1.8 mi 3.4
Arts & College Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 5.0
Capital City Career Prep High School Columbus 1.5 mi 3.1
Performance Academy Eastland Columbus 1.5 mi 4.7
Walnut Ridge High School Columbus 1.9 mi 3.0
Columbus Online Academy Columbus 1.9 mi
Eastland Preparatory Academy Columbus 1.6 mi 2.7
Zenith Academy East Columbus 1.7 mi 4.4
Patriot Preparatory Academy Columbus 2.2 mi 6.4
Shady Lane Elementary School Columbus 2.1 mi 4.7
Columbus Arts & Technology Academy Columbus 1.8 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 43232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,599

Median Home Value

$152,700

Median Rent

$1,048/mo

Population

46,844

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

38.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

33.4

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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 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?

Liberty Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 540 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary School is 20:1. 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 OH?

Liberty Elementary School ranks #2,028 of 3,441 schools in OH.

What is Liberty Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
540
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Franklin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.6%

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