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 356 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Bell Jr Sr High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Winthrop, WA, covering approximately 1,712.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 29.4 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 47.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School's student population of 356 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1973
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 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
#890 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.2%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School's ranking?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School is ranked #890 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School often compared to?
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
356 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, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 17:1, which is equal to the Washington state average of 17:1.
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.
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5 10/10/2025
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