Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liberty Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Oaks Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Oaks Elementary School is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#861 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
2%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
12%
15%
White
58%
69%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Oaks Elementary School is ranked #861 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Liberty Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Epic Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Liberty Oaks Elementary School?
522 students attend Liberty Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Liberty Oaks Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Oaks Elementary School?
Liberty Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Liberty Oaks Elementary School part of?
Liberty Oaks Elementary School is part of Liberty 53 School District.
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