Serving 1,842 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,842 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in MO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty High serves the southern part of the Liberty, MO school district, encompassing an area of approximately 35.8 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of about 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 7.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 1,842 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,842 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1890
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#418 out of 2076 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
43%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
74%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
89.3%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
School Mascot
Bluejay
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #418 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Liberty North High School, Staley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO 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 Missouri state average of 89.3%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
1,842 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Liberty High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Liberty 53 School District.
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