Serving 246 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Liberty ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty's student population of 246 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
246 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1409 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
79%
25%
Black
10%
10%
White
9%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty's ranking?
Liberty is ranked #1409 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Liberty often compared to?
Libertyis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Liberty?
246 students attend Liberty.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Liberty students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty?
Liberty has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Liberty offer ?
Liberty offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty part of?
Liberty is part of Springfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty located?
Liberty is located in the Liberty Heights neighborhood of Springfield, MA. There are 8 other public schools located in Liberty Heights.
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