Serving 779 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is equal to the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 779 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 35.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 6.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 779 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
779 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1208 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
22%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #1208 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Benito Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
779 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Liberty Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, and 8% 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 20:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
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 Hillsborough School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Middle School located?
Liberty Middle School is located in the New Tampa neighborhood of Tampa, FL. There are 4 other public schools located in New Tampa.
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