Serving 721 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liberty Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Elementary serves the southeast area of Lexington, KY, covering approximately 4.9 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Elementary School's student population of 721 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
8%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
20%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
47%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Elementary School is ranked #359 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Liberty Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garrett Morgan Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
721 students attend Liberty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Liberty Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty Elementary School part of?
Liberty Elementary School is part of Fayette County School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Elementary School located?
Liberty Elementary School is located in the Hamburg Area neighborhood of Lexington, KY. There are 4 other public schools located in Hamburg Area.
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