Serving 743 students in grades 4-6, Liberty Intermediate School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Liberty Intermediate School's student population of 743 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Intermediate School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Intermediate School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1219 out of 3426 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
14%
16%
White
61%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Intermediate School's ranking?
Liberty Intermediate School is ranked #1219 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Intermediate School often compared to?
Liberty Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herscher Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Intermediate School?
743 students attend Liberty Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Liberty Intermediate School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Intermediate School?
Liberty Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Intermediate School offer ?
Liberty Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Liberty Intermediate School part of?
Liberty Intermediate School is part of Bourbonnais SD 53 School District.
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