Excellent
#398 of 3,441 schools in OH
Top 12% in state
West Liberty-salem Elementary School
Elementary School · West Liberty-Salem Local
7208 US Highway 68 N, West Liberty, OH 43357
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
501
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#398 of 3,441
In West Liberty
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
West Liberty-Salem Local
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About West Liberty-salem Elementary School
West Liberty-salem Elementary School is a public elementary school in West Liberty, OH, part of West Liberty-Salem Local. West Liberty-salem Elementary School serves approximately 501 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Liberty-salem Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for West Liberty-salem Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
West Liberty-salem Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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West Liberty-salem Elementary School — Students at West Liberty-salem Elementary School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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 West Liberty-salem Elementary School Compares
See how West Liberty-salem Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
7208 US Highway 68 N, West Liberty, OH 43357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Liberty-salem Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Riverside Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby De Graff), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bellefontaine Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Bellefontaine), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Triad Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby North Lewisburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Liberty, see our West Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Liberty-Salem High School West Liberty | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| West Liberty-Salem Middle School West Liberty | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| VICTORY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Urbana | 6.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Urbana High School Urbana | 7.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Bellefontaine Middle School Bellefontaine | 8.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Urbana Elementary School Urbana | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Urbana Junior High School Urbana | 9.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Bellefontaine Elementary School Bellefontaine | 9.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Bellefontaine High School Bellefontaine | 9.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Bellefontaine Intermediate School Bellefontaine | 10.4 mi | 7.7 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellefontaine | 11.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Ohio Hi-Point Bellefontaine | 10.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Triad Elementary School North Lewisburg | 9.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Triad High School North Lewisburg | 9.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Triad Middle School North Lewisburg | 9.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Graham High School Saint Paris | 10.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverside Elementary School De Graff | 11.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Riverside High School De Graff | 11.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Graham Elementary School Saint Paris | 11.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Graham Middle School Saint Paris | 11.7 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 43357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,392
Median Home Value
$215,400
Median Rent
$687/mo
Population
4,711
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
26.4 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
38.7
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|---|---|
| Albert Chapman Elementary School Powell, OH | 8.6 |
| Clinton Elementary School Columbus, OH | 8.6 |
| Darby Creek Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 8.6 |
| Genoa Elementary Genoa, OH | 8.6 |
| Gordon Dewitt Elementary School Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 8.6 |
| Hardin Houston Elementary School Houston, OH | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Liberty-salem Elementary School
What grades does West Liberty-salem Elementary School serve?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 501 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Liberty-salem Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Liberty-salem Elementary School rank in OH?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks #398 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is West Liberty-salem Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Liberty-salem Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Liberty-salem Elementary School a charter school?
No, West Liberty-salem Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Liberty-salem Elementary School a Title I school?
No, West Liberty-salem Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
68.7% of students at West Liberty-salem 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 501
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Champaign County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.0%
- Phone
- (937) 465-1060
Resources & Links
District
West Liberty-Salem Local- District Enrollment
- 1,131
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,894
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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