Serving 559 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 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
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 559 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
559 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#998 out of 2184 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
11%
Hispanic
37%
35%
Black
40%
14%
White
13%
37%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #998 out of 2,184 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
559 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Liberty Middle School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of West Orange School District.
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