Serving 501 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 501 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%)
- 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 501 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
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 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 3181 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
94%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
501 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, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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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