Serving 470 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liberty Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 10:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 30% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Elementary School serves the northwest part of Bismarck, ND, covering an area of approximately 35.6 square miles. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Elementary School's student population of 470 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
470 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 449 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#73 out of 449 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
10:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.2%
20.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Liberty Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial Elementary School, Northridge Elementary School, Roosevelt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
470 students attend Liberty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Liberty Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 10:1.
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 Bismarck 1 School District.
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