Serving 467 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Nebraska for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Nebraska state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Nebraska state average of 36% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NE
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 467 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 902 schools in Nebraska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#132 out of 902 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
10%
21%
Black
7%
7%
White
72%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NE Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #132 out of 902 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Nebraska.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NE state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% NE state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
467 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Nebraska state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Papillion La Vista Community Schools School District.
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