Serving 888 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Middle School serves the eastern part of Edwardsville, IL, covering an attendance zone of approximately 81 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 13.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 888 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
888 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.40, which is less 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
#865 out of 3542 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #865 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
888 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% 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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Edwardsville CUSD 7 School District.
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