Serving 340 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Liberty Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39%
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50% in IL)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Elementary School's student population of 340 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Liberty Elementary School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)35-39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
12%
27%
Black
51%
17%
White
18%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Liberty Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Elementary Magnet School, Meade Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Elementary School?
340 students attend Liberty Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Liberty Elementary School students are Black, 18% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Elementary School?
Liberty Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Liberty Elementary School part of?
Liberty Elementary School is part of Danville CCSD 118 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
DISTRICT CLOSED - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School: Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
DISTRICT CLOSED - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
DISTRICT CLOSED - THANKSGIVING BREAK
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
DISTRICT CLOSED for Spring Break
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
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