Serving 756 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Liberty Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 59%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 61%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Math Proficiency: 70%
- Reading Proficiency: 65%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Elementary School's student population of 756 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Liberty Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)70%
59%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)65%
61%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
9%
12%
Black
5%
12%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Liberty Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwinds Elementary School, Annandale Elementary School, Foley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 59% MN state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% MN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
756 students attend Liberty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Liberty Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Elementary School part of?
Liberty Elementary School is part of Big Lake Public School District.
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