Serving 757 students in grades 6-8, Heritage Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heritage Middle School serves the northeast part of Liberty, MO, covering an area of approximately 40.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heritage Middle School's student population of 757 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Heritage Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heritage Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#638 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
5%
15%
White
76%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heritage Middle School's ranking?
Heritage Middle School is ranked #638 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Heritage Middle School often compared to?
Heritage Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Valley Middle School, Liberty Middle School, Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Heritage Middle School?
757 students attend Heritage Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Heritage Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heritage Middle School?
Heritage Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Heritage Middle School offer ?
Heritage Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heritage Middle School part of?
Heritage Middle School is part of Liberty 53 School District.
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