Serving 509 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Liberty-salem Elementary School's student population of 509 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Liberty-salem Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 3137 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
91%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Liberty-salem Elementary School's ranking?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School is ranked #493 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Liberty-salem Elementary School often compared to?
West Liberty-salem Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellefontaine Elementary School, Graham Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
509 students attend West Liberty-salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of West Liberty-salem Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Liberty-salem Elementary School offer ?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Liberty-salem Elementary School part of?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School is part of West Liberty-Salem Local School District.
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