Serving 568 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 568 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 568 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
568 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 2183 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
39%
32%
Black
35%
15%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #924 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
568 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Liberty Middle School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of West Orange Public Schools School District.
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