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#41 of 1,850 schools in VA

Top 2% in state

Liberty Elementary

Elementary School · Loudoun County Public Schools

25491 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

Enrollment

871

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In South Riding

#2 of 4

public schools

Virginia elementary schools

#17 of 1,147

In district

#9 of 96

Loudoun County Public Schools

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Liberty Elementary

Liberty Elementary is a public elementary school in South Riding, VA, part of the Loudoun County Public Schools. The school serves approximately 871 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97.8th percentile among VA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 90% proficiency in math, 17 points above the state average and 86% in reading/language arts, 14 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $191,392, where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93%
Reading/ELA Proficiency88%
Math vs. State Avg+19.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Overall Proficiency91%
Expected (poverty-adj.)87%
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,993

Liberty Elementary — Students at Liberty Elementary score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 87%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores VA SOL (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 90.0%
School
State
73.5%
ELA Proficiency 85.7%
School
State
72.2%

Based on 12 test records from VA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
89%
ELA
83%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
82%
2025
Math
93%
ELA
87.3%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Liberty Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
98th percentile in VA
Academic
8.3/10
8.3/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers

Location

25491 Riding Center Drive, South Riding, VA 20152

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hutchison Farm Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI (rated 8.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Aldie), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pinebrook Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Aldie), with a comparable rating. For more schools in South Riding, see our South Riding schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Freedom High South Riding 0.2 mi 9.1
ST PAUL VI CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Chantilly 0.5 mi 5.7
VILLA MONTESSORI STONE RIDGE Chantilly 0.9 mi
Buffalo Trail Elementary Aldie 0.9 mi 8.0
Mercer Middle Aldie 1.0 mi 4.6
Hutchison Farm Elementary South Riding 0.9 mi 8.6
Pinebrook Elementary Aldie 1.0 mi 8.2
MERIT SCHOOL LEARNING CENTER AT KIRKPATRICK Aldie 1.0 mi
J. Michael Lunsford Middle Chantilly 1.4 mi 7.3
KIDS R KIDS OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding 1.3 mi 5.9
Cardinal Ridge Elementary Centreville 1.6 mi 8.0
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF SOUTH RIDING South Riding 1.6 mi
GOOD BEGINNINGS SCHOOL Stone Ridge 1.9 mi
MONTESSORI OF CHANTILLY - CASA DEI BAMBINI Dulles 2.2 mi
Arcola Elementary Aldie 2.0 mi 7.0
Goshen Post Elementary Aldie 1.9 mi 7.9
John Champe High Aldie 2.0 mi 9.3
Elaine E. Thompson Elementary Sterling 2.6 mi 7.0
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI Aldie 2.6 mi 8.3
Little River Elementary South Riding 2.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 20152 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$191,392

Median Home Value

$708,400

Median Rent

$2,853/mo

Population

36,453

College Educated

67.1%

Homeownership

84.2%

Avg Commute

34.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

38.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Liberty Elementary has a median household income of $191,392. It is a well-educated community where 67% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $708,400, with a median rent of $2,853/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 35 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Ashburn Elementary Ashburn, VA 8.8
Chilhowie Elementary Chilhowie, VA 8.8
St. Paul Elementary St. Paul, VA 8.8
Waxpool Elementary Ashburn, VA 8.8
Brownsville Elementary Crozet, VA 9.1
Churchill Road Elementary Mclean, VA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Elementary

What grades does Liberty Elementary serve?

Liberty Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Liberty Elementary?

Liberty Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 871 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Elementary is 14.3:1. 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 VA?

Liberty Elementary is ranked #41 out of 1,850 schools in VA.

What is Liberty Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Elementary has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty Elementary has 90.0% math proficiency and 85.7% reading/ELA proficiency.

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?

17.2% 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Average (622/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
871
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Loudoun County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Loudoun County Public Schools
District Enrollment
81,636
Schools in District
100
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,934
District Rank
#9 of 96

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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