Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Liberty Jr High & Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Jr High & Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Spangle, WA, covering approximately 275.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School's student population of 437 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1960
School Rankings
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Jr High & Elementary School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#724 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
86%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Jr High & Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School is ranked #724 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Liberty Jr High & Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Jr High & Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Freeman Middle School, Freeman Elementary School, Riverbend Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Jr High & Elementary School?
437 students attend Liberty Jr High & Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Liberty Jr High & Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Jr High & Elementary School?
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Jr High & Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Jr High & Elementary School part of?
Liberty Jr High & Elementary School is part of Liberty School District.
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