Serving 244 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Liberty School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty School serves the southern part of Salt Lake City, UT, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the nearest edge of the zone being about 0.8 miles and the furthest edge located 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty School's student population of 244 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Liberty School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#458 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
29%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
9%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
52%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty School's ranking?
Liberty School is ranked #458 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Liberty School?
244 students attend Liberty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Liberty School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty School?
Liberty School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Liberty School offer ?
Liberty School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Liberty School part of?
Liberty School is part of Murray School District.
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