Serving 894 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle School serves the west part of Covington, GA, covering an area of approximately 27 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest boundary being about 6.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 894 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
894 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
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School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.43, 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
#2002 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
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Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
13%
20%
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Black
74%
36%
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White
7%
34%
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Two or more races
5%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #2002 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial Middle School, Indian Creek Middle School, Cousins Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
894 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Liberty Middle School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Newton County School District.
School Calendar
View the Liberty Middle School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break (November 23-27)
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break (April 5-9)
April 05, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School!
May 21, 2027 (Friday)
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