Liberty Bell Junior-Senior High School is a high school in Okanogan County, Washington, USA. The school is part of the Methow Valley School District and is located between Twisp and Winthrop. The school serves the towns of Twisp, Winthrop, Mazama and Carlton.
Serving 350 students in grades 6-12, Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School's student population of 350 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Green, Gold
School Rankings
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#737 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School's ranking?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School is ranked #737 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School?
350 students attend Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School offer ?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School part of?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School is part of Methow Valley School District.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2023
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