Serving 488 students in grades 6-9, Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-9
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty Avenue Middle School's student population of 488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Avenue Middle School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
68%
29%
Black
22%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is ranked #2611 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Liberty Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
How many students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School?
488 students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Liberty Avenue Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Avenue Middle School?
Liberty Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty Avenue Middle School offer ?
Liberty Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Avenue Middle School part of?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Avenue Middle School located?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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