Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Liberty Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Park Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Park Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#22 out of 1276 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
3%
10%
Black
5%
32%
White
80%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
1%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Park Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Park Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Liberty Park Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Brook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Park Elementary School?
598 students attend Liberty Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Liberty Park Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Park Elementary School?
Liberty Park Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Liberty Park Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Liberty Park Elementary School part of?
Liberty Park Elementary School is part of Vestavia Hills City School District.
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