Serving 59 students in grades 6-8, Liberal Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberal Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Liberal school district, covering approximately 251.4 square miles in Liberal, MO. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberal Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Liberal Middle School's student population of 59 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
59 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Liberal 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 Liberal Middle School is 0.13, 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
#836 out of 2076 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberal Middle School's ranking?
Liberal Middle School is ranked #836 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Liberal Middle School?
59 students attend Liberal Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Liberal Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberal Middle School?
Liberal Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberal Middle School offer ?
Liberal Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberal Middle School part of?
Liberal Middle School is part of Liberal R-II School District.
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