Serving 423 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesterton Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Chesterton, IN, encompassing approximately 91.3 square miles. Most students typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 5 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 423 students has declined by 54% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Duneland is committed to inspiring growth, igniting curiosity and unlocking potential for all.
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#270 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #270 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Charter School, Washington Twp Middle/high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
423 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.
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