Serving 633 students in grades 6-7, Liberty Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 633 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Intermediate School's student population of 633 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
633 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Be the Best
School Rankings
Liberty Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Intermediate School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1157 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
26%
14%
Black
10%
7%
White
48%
70%
Hawaiian
10%
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Intermediate School's ranking?
Liberty Intermediate School is ranked #1157 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Intermediate School?
633 students attend Liberty Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Liberty Intermediate School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hawaiian, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Intermediate School?
Liberty Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Intermediate School offer ?
Liberty Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty Intermediate School part of?
Liberty Intermediate School is part of Ottumwa Comm School District.
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