Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Liberty City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty City Elementary School serves the northeast area of Miami, FL, encompassing approximately 0.8 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty City Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty City Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2595 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
63%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty City Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty City Elementary School is ranked #2595 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Liberty City Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gertrude K. Edelman/sabal Palm, Natural Bridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liberty City Elementary School?
299 students attend Liberty City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Liberty City Elementary School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty City Elementary School?
Liberty City Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty City Elementary School offer ?
Liberty City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty City Elementary School part of?
Liberty City Elementary School is part of Miami-Dade School District.
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