Excellent
#146 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 7% in state
Liberty Ridge Elementary
Elementary School · Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
12202 209th AVE CT E, Sumner, WA 98390
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
8.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Sumner
#1 of 5
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#139 of 1,202
In district
#2 of 14
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Liberty Ridge Elementary
Liberty Ridge Elementary is a public elementary school in Sumner, WA, part of the Sumner-Bonney Lake School District. The school serves approximately 508 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.7/10, placing it in the 93.5th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 61% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 63% in reading/language arts, 12 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $97,815, where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Ridge Elementary — Students at Liberty Ridge Elementary score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Liberty Ridge Elementary Compares
See how Liberty Ridge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 57% (2019) to 62% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 58% (2019) to 66.7% (2024).
Location
12202 209th AVE CT E, Sumner, WA 98390
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Ridge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tehaleh Heights Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), with a very similar rating. Another option is Bonney Lake Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Crestwood Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Bonney Lake), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Sumner, see our Sumner schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Middle School Bonney Lake | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Bonney Lake High School Bonney Lake | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Donald Eismann Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Victor Falls Elementary Bonney Lake | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Foothills Elementary Buckley | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake | 3.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Tehaleh Heights Elementary School Bonney Lake | 2.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Emerald Hills Elementary Bonney Lake | 4.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Lakeridge Middle School Bonney Lake | 4.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Orting Elementary School Orting | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Orting Special Education Orting | 4.0 mi | — |
| Orting High School Orting | 4.0 mi | 3.7 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL - MCALDER ELEMENTARY Puyallup | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| White River High School Buckley | 3.7 mi | 5.0 |
| White River Reengagement Program Buckley | 3.7 mi | — |
| Orting Middle School Orting | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Ptarmigan Ridge Elementary School Orting | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Dieringer Heights Elementary Lake Tapps | 5.8 mi | 7.0 |
| White River Early Learning Center Buckley | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98390 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$97,815
Median Home Value
$471,500
Median Rent
$1,886/mo
Population
11,497
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
51.3%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
35.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Liberty Ridge Elementary has a median household income of $97,815. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $471,500, with a median rent of $1,886/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.7 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island, WA | 8.7 |
| Carter Lake Elementary School Jblm Mcchord Field, WA | 8.7 |
| Chester Elementary School Spokane Valley, WA | 8.7 |
| Chloe Clark Elementary Dupont, WA | 8.7 |
| Clark Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Ridge Elementary
What grades does Liberty Ridge Elementary serve?
Liberty Ridge Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Liberty Ridge Elementary?
Liberty Ridge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Ridge Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Ridge Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Ridge Elementary rank in WA?
Liberty Ridge Elementary is ranked #146 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Liberty Ridge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Ridge Elementary has a composite rating of 8.7 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 Ridge Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty Ridge Elementary has 60.9% math proficiency and 62.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Liberty Ridge Elementary a charter school?
No, Liberty Ridge Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Ridge Elementary a Title I school?
No, Liberty Ridge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Ridge Elementary?
46.7% of students at Liberty Ridge 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 508
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 891-4800
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Sumner-Bonney Lake School District- District Enrollment
- 10,674
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,438
- District Rank
- #2 of 14
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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