Serving 187 students in grades 9-12, Liberation Diploma Plus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York 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 lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberation Diploma Plus serves a large attendance zone spanning approximately 468.2 square miles in Brooklyn, NY. Families within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberation Diploma Plus's student population of 187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
187 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Liberation Diploma Plus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberation Diploma Plus is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2782 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-34%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberation Diploma Plus's ranking?
Liberation Diploma Plus is ranked #2782 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberation Diploma Plus?
The graduation rate of Liberation Diploma Plus is 30-34%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Liberation Diploma Plus?
187 students attend Liberation Diploma Plus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Liberation Diploma Plus students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberation Diploma Plus?
Liberation Diploma Plus has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberation Diploma Plus offer ?
Liberation Diploma Plus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberation Diploma Plus part of?
Liberation Diploma Plus is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
In what neighborhood is Liberation Diploma Plus located?
Liberation Diploma Plus is located in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Coney Island.
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