Serving 959 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 959 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 959 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
959 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#958 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
27%
Black
7%
17%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #958 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
959 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
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 Illinois state average of 14:1.
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?
Liberty Middle School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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