Serving 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Liberty School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in UT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty School's student population of 378 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#956 out of 975 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)10-14%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)15-19%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
8%
2%
Hispanic
47%
20%
Black
9%
1%
White
27%
71%
Hawaiian
4%
1%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
24%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty School's ranking?
Liberty School is ranked #956 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
How many students attend Liberty School?
378 students attend Liberty School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Liberty School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hawaiian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty School?
Liberty School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Liberty School offer ?
Liberty School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Liberty School part of?
Liberty School is part of Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty School located?
Liberty School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 3 other public schools located in Central City.
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