Serving 480 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Liberty-Salem Elementary School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 90.1 square miles around West Liberty, OH. Families typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.3 miles.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Liberty-salem Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Liberty-salem Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Liberty-salem Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
17%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
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 #258 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
480 students attend West Liberty-salem Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of West Liberty-salem Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Liberty-salem Elementary School?
West Liberty-salem Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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