Serving 110 students in grades 9-12, Liberal High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 32% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 110 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberal High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Liberal High School's student population of 110 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
110 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Liberal High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberal High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#697 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
96%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberal High School's ranking?
Liberal High School is ranked #697 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Liberal High School often compared to?
Liberal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamar High School, Golden City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberal High School?
The graduation rate of Liberal High School is 80%, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 90%.
How many students attend Liberal High School?
110 students attend Liberal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Liberal High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberal High School?
Liberal High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberal High School offer ?
Liberal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberal High School part of?
Liberal High School is part of Liberal R-II School District.
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