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Liberty Elementary

Elementary School · Pickens 01

251 North Hillcrest Street, Liberty, SC 29657

Enrollment

448

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

5.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

South Carolina schools

#825 of 1,176

In Liberty

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#19 of 23

Pickens 01

Academic performance

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Liberty Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Liberty · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Liberty Middle

4.4/10

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7.2/10

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About Liberty Elementary

Liberty Elementary is a public elementary school in Liberty, SC, part of Pickens 01. Liberty Elementary serves approximately 448 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #825 of 1,176 schools in SC.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • SC avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment5.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,485
Chronic Absenteeism19.6%

Liberty Elementary — Students at Liberty Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores SC EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
76%
2014
Math
49%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
44%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
46%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Liberty Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in SC
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
5.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

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

251 North Hillcrest Street, Liberty, SC 29657

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lakes and Bridges Charter School (rated 7.6/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Easley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hunt Meadows Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Easley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Forest Acres Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Easley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty Middle Liberty 0.4 mi 4.4
Liberty High Liberty 1.6 mi 7.2
Liberty Primary Liberty 3.1 mi 4.4
LAKEVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pickens 5.2 mi 4.3
Pickens Elementary Pickens 5.9 mi 6.0
Central Academy of the Arts Central 5.5 mi 5.7
Pickens Middle Pickens 6.8 mi 4.8
West End Elementary Easley 5.8 mi 5.7
Richard H. Gettys Middle Easley 6.2 mi 5.2
Hagood Elementary Pickens 7.5 mi 6.0
Youth Leadership Academy Pickens 7.2 mi 7.8
McKissick Academy of Science and Technology Easley 6.7 mi 6.6
Six Mile Elementary Six Mile 6.5 mi 5.4
East End Elementary Easley 6.7 mi 6.6
Pickens High Pickens 8.1 mi 6.4
Easley High Easley 6.8 mi 7.0
R. C. Edwards Middle Central 7.7 mi 6.0
Forest Acres Elementary Easley 7.5 mi 6.8
Hunt Meadows Elementary Easley 7.6 mi 7.2
Lakes and Bridges Charter School Easley 7.7 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 29657 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,949

Median Home Value

$170,900

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

16,072

College Educated

16.3%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

37.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hickory Grove-Sharon Elementary Hickory Grove, SC 5.3
Laurens Elementary Laurens, SC 5.3
Oakwood-Windsor Elementary Aiken, SC 5.3
Sandy Run School Swansea, SC 5.3
Blacksburg Primary Blacksburg, SC 5.2
E. P. Todd School Spartanburg, SC 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Elementary

What grades does Liberty Elementary serve?

Liberty Elementary serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary?

Liberty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 448 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Elementary rank in SC?

Liberty Elementary ranks #825 of 1,176 schools in SC.

What is Liberty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Elementary a charter school?

No, Liberty Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Elementary a Title I school?

No, Liberty Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Elementary?

100.0% of students at Liberty Elementary 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
15 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
448
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pickens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.6%

District

Pickens 01
District Enrollment
16,223
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,485
District Rank
#19 of 23

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