Serving 684 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Liberty Primary ranks in the top 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2018-2019 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Math Proficiency: 52%
- Reading Proficiency: 46%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Primary ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Liberty Primary's student population of 684 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Liberty Primary is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)52%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)46%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
6%
12%
Black
2%
32%
White
85%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Liberty Primary often compared to?
Liberty Primaryis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty Elementary School, East End Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% SC state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
How many students attend Liberty Primary?
684 students attend Liberty Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Liberty Primary students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Primary?
Liberty Primary has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Primary offer ?
Liberty Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Primary part of?
Liberty Primary is part of Pickens 01 School District.
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