Liberty Middle School

21500 East Dry Creek Road
Aurora, CO 80016
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 873 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 873 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50% in CO
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Liberty Middle School's student population of 873 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
873 students
This chart displays total students of Liberty Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Liberty Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Liberty Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Liberty Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CO)
#654 out of 1779 schools
(Top 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Liberty Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
37%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Liberty Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
50%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Liberty Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Colorado by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
(20-21)
30-39%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian students in Liberty Middle School and percentage of American Indian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Asian
11%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
19%
35%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
8%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
54%
51%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Liberty Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Colorado.
0.65
This chart displays the diversity score of Liberty Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
33%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Liberty Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Colorado by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #654 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thunder Ridge Middle School, Campus Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
873 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?

School Calendar

View the Liberty Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event
Date
No School ~ Thanksgiving Break ~ All Schools
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
No School ~ Spring Break ~ All Schools
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last day of School ~ All Schools
May 23, 2025 (Friday)
No School Fall Break ~ All Schools
October 13, 2025 (Monday)

School Reviews

Review Liberty Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 873 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 37% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education

Quick Links