Serving 1,256 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle School serves the northwest part of Cumming, GA, covering an attendance area of approximately 43.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 6.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 1,256 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,256 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 20% 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 0.61, 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
#416 out of 2192 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
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 #416 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Forsyth Middle School, Hendricks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
1,256 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% 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 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 Forsyth County School District.
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