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#716 of 1,750 schools in OK
Top 41% in state
Liberty ES
Elementary School · PONCA CITY
505 West Liberty, Ponca City, OK 74601
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
239
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#716 of 1,750
In Ponca City
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#2 of 11
PONCA CITY
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Liberty ES
Elementary School in Ponca City · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Liberty ES
Liberty ES is a public elementary school in Ponca City, OK, part of PONCA CITY. Liberty ES serves approximately 239 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty ES show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- OK avg 6.0
Score Breakdown
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Liberty ES — Students at Liberty ES score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 13%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
96.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 48 test records from OK 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: 5.2/10.
How Liberty ES Compares
See how Liberty ES performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
505 West Liberty, Ponca City, OK 74601
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty ES may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 6.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WOODLANDS ES (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ponca City, see our Ponca City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Ponca City | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| PONCA CITY HS Ponca City | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| WASHINGTON PRE KG CENTER Ponca City | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| PONCA CITY WEST MS Ponca City | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ROOSEVELT ES Ponca City | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| UNION ES Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| LINCOLN ES Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| PONCA CITY EAST MS Ponca City | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| GARFIELD ES Ponca City | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| WOODLANDS ES Ponca City | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| E. M. TROUT ES Ponca City | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| MCCORD PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 4.8 mi | 5.4 |
| KILDARE PUBLIC SCHOOL Ponca City | 6.5 mi | 8.9 |
| NEWKIRK HS Newkirk | 10.9 mi | 6.0 |
| NEWKIRK MS Newkirk | 10.9 mi | 7.1 |
| NEWKIRK ES Newkirk | 11.0 mi | 7.1 |
| PECKHAM PUBLIC SCHOOL Newkirk | 12.5 mi | 7.4 |
| BLACKWELL HS Blackwell | 11.7 mi | 8.5 |
| BLACKWELL MS Blackwell | 12.0 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 74601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,810
Median Home Value
$94,700
Median Rent
$860/mo
Population
19,011
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
59.2%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.4%
Median Age
34.9
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| KEOTA ES Keota, OK | 6.4 |
| MISSION ES Anadarko, OK | 6.4 |
| RIVERSIDE PUBLIC SCHOOL El Reno, OK | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty ES
What grades does Liberty ES serve?
Liberty ES serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Liberty ES?
Liberty ES has an enrollment of approximately 239 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty ES?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty ES is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty ES rank in OK?
Liberty ES ranks #716 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Liberty ES's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty ES has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 ES?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty ES has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Liberty ES a charter school?
No, Liberty ES is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty ES a Title I school?
No, Liberty ES is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty ES?
96.7% of students at Liberty ES 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
- 239
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 96.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Kay County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (580) 767-8040
Resources & Links
District
PONCA CITY- District Enrollment
- 4,580
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,667
- District Rank
- #2 of 11
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