Liberty Preparatory School

243 N Milton St
Smithville, OH 44677
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 46 students in grades 9-12, Liberty Preparatory School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

School Overview

Liberty Preparatory School's student population of 46 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers

School Rankings

Liberty Preparatory School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Preparatory School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OH)
#2058 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
<50%
54%
<50%
60%
(20-21)
<50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
8%
Black
2%
17%
White
78%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
60-79%
86%
(22-23)
100%
30.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Liberty Preparatory School's ranking?
Liberty Preparatory School is ranked #2058 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Liberty Preparatory School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Liberty Preparatory School?
46 students attend Liberty Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Liberty Preparatory School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Preparatory School?
Liberty Preparatory School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Preparatory School offer ?
Liberty Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Preparatory School part of?
Liberty Preparatory School is part of Liberty Preparatory School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 46 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education

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