Serving 1,171 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle School serves the southwest part of Ocala, FL, covering an attendance area of approximately 102.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10 to 15-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 1,171 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 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 0.73, 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
#2344 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
39%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 #2344 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School, Horizon Academy At Marion Oaks by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
1,171 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Liberty Middle School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, 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 Marion School District.
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