Serving 306 students in grades 4-5, Liberty Drive Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 306 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Drive Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thomasville, NC, covering approximately 7.1 square miles. This area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being about 1.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Drive Elementary School's student population of 306 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
306 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Liberty Drive Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Drive Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2454 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)22%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
40%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Drive Elementary School is ranked #2454 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Liberty Drive Elementary School?
306 students attend Liberty Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Liberty Drive Elementary School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Drive Elementary School?
Liberty Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Drive Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Drive Elementary School part of?
Liberty Drive Elementary School is part of Thomasville City Schools.
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