Liberty Intermediate School

50 W 900 N
Chesterton, IN 46304
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Top 10%
Serving 452 students in grades 5-6, Liberty Intermediate School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10% in IN
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Liberty Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Liberty Intermediate School's student population of 452 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
452 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Rankings

Liberty Intermediate School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Intermediate School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#133 out of 1743 schools
(Top 10%)
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67%
39%
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59%
41%
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60-64%
34%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
21%
15%
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Black
1%
14%
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White
73%
62%
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Two or more races
3%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.43
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(22-23)
7.5%
23.7%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liberty Intermediate School's ranking?
Liberty Intermediate School is ranked #133 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Intermediate School?
452 students attend Liberty Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Liberty Intermediate School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Intermediate School?
Liberty Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Intermediate School offer ?
Liberty Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Intermediate School part of?
Liberty Intermediate School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 452 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 67% (Top 10%)
  • : 59% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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