Liberty High School is a public high school in Liberty, Illinois. In 2005, Liberty High School had an average class size of 19 and a student:teacher ratio of 15.3.
Serving 267 students in grades 7-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 267 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 78% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1140 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
1%
28%
Black
n/a
16%
White
93%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #1140 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quincy Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 90%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
267 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Liberty High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Liberty CUSD 2 School District.
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