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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Arts Magnet K-8's attendance zone covers the entire district in Lima, OH, encompassing approximately 8.9 square miles. Generally, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 2.6 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
42%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
28%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
23%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
42%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 21-year historical data
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
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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