Serving 788 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Liberty Ridge Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 788 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Ridge Elementary School's student population of 788 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
788 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Ridge Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Ridge Elementary School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#43 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
4%
11%
Black
8%
12%
White
63%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Liberty Ridge Elementary School is ranked #43 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Liberty Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Liberty Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon Bailey Elementary School, Middleton Elementary School, Red Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Ridge Elementary School?
788 students attend Liberty Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Liberty Ridge Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Ridge Elementary School?
Liberty Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Liberty Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Liberty Ridge Elementary School part of?
Liberty Ridge Elementary School is part of South Washington County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Ridge Elementary School located?
Liberty Ridge Elementary School is located in the Stonemill Farms neighborhood of Saint Paul, MN.
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