Serving 452 students in grades 5-6, Liberty Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Intermediate School serves the southern part of Chesterton, IN, covering an area of approximately 52.4 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone reaching up to 8.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Intermediate School's student population of 452 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Intermediate School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#133 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
21%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.5%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Intermediate School's ranking?
Liberty Intermediate School is ranked #133 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Intermediate School?
452 students attend Liberty Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Liberty Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Intermediate School?
Liberty Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Intermediate School offer ?
Liberty Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Intermediate School part of?
Liberty Intermediate School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.
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