Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8's student population of 343 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2276 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
8%
Black
42%
17%
White
28%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Arts Magnet K-8's ranking?
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is ranked #2276 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Liberty Arts Magnet K-8?
343 students attend Liberty Arts Magnet K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 students are Black, 28% of students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Arts Magnet K-8?
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 offer ?
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 part of?
Liberty Arts Magnet K-8 is part of Lima City School District.
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