Serving 350 students in grades 5-8, Liberty Leadership Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Charles A Lindbergh Middle School serves the north part of Peoria, IL, covering an area of approximately 6.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 6.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Leadership Middle School's student population of 350 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
350 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Leadership Middle 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 Leadership Middle School is 0.70, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1766 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
45%
16%
White
22%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Leadership Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Leadership Middle School is ranked #1766 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Leadership Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Leadership Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark W Bills Middle School, Richwoods High School, Rolling Acres Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Leadership Middle School?
350 students attend Liberty Leadership Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Liberty Leadership Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Leadership Middle School?
Liberty Leadership Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Leadership Middle School offer ?
Liberty Leadership Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Liberty Leadership Middle School part of?
Liberty Leadership Middle School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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