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#643 of 1,015 schools in UT
Liberty School
Elementary School · Salt Lake District
1090 S ROBERTA ST, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher
21:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Utah schools
#643 of 1,015
In Salt Lake City
#61 of 89
public schools
In district
#25 of 38
Salt Lake District
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Liberty School
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About Liberty School
Liberty School is a public elementary school in Salt Lake City, UT, part of Salt Lake District. Liberty School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 21:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 1,015 schools in UT.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- UT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Liberty School runs 21:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
50% of students at Liberty 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
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Liberty School — Students at Liberty School score 12% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 8%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
98.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores UT RISE (2024-25)
Based on 29 test records from UT 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: 6.1/10.
How Liberty School Compares
See how Liberty School 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
1090 S ROBERTA ST, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne School (rated 9.2/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whittier School (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Salt Lake City, see our Salt Lake City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake Arts Academy Salt Lake City | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| ST JOHN'S COMMUNITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Salt Lake City | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Horizonte Instruction & Training Center Salt Lake City | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Whittier School Salt Lake City | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Innovations High School Salt Lake City | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Hawthorne School Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | 9.2 |
| MISS BILLIES KIDS KAMPUS Salt Lake City | 0.9 mi | — |
| LOLIE ECCLES EARLY EDUCATION CENTER Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | — |
| ROWLAND HALL Salt Lake City | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| KEARNS-SAINT ANN SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| M. Lynn Bennion School Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| City Academy Salt Lake City | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Utah Connections Academy Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerson School Salt Lake City | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS HOUSE Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | — |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| JUDGE MEMORIAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| THE MADELEINE CHOIR SCHOOL Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Salt Lake Center for Science Education Bryant Salt Lake City | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Open Classroom Salt Lake City | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 84111 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,188
Median Home Value
$423,000
Median Rent
$1,294/mo
Population
12,446
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
23.9%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
32.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amelia Earhart School Provo, UT | 5.8 |
| LaVerkin School Laverkin, UT | 5.8 |
| Philo T. Farnsworth School West Valley City, UT | 5.8 |
| Spring Creek School Provo, UT | 5.8 |
| Crescent School Sandy, UT | 5.7 |
| Meadowlark School Salt Lake City, UT | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty School
What grades does Liberty School serve?
Liberty School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Liberty School?
Liberty School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty School is 21:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty School rank in UT?
Liberty School ranks #643 of 1,015 schools in UT.
What is Liberty School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Liberty School a charter school?
No, Liberty School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty School a Title I school?
No, Liberty School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty School?
98.9% of students at Liberty 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 378
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Salt Lake County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (801) 578-8180
Resources & Links
District
Salt Lake District- District Enrollment
- 19,477
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,819
- District Rank
- #25 of 38
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