Serving 913 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 913 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle serves the western part of Clifton, VA, covering an area of approximately 15.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 913 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
913 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Year Founded
2002
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.74, which is more 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
#586 out of 1773 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
68%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)56%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Asian
25%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
32%
44%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 23-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #586 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Run Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
913 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% 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 12:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Fairfax County School District.
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