Serving 309 students in grades 5-8, Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Liberty Collegiate Academy's student population of 309 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Collegiate Academy is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 1761 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
52%
14%
Black
39%
21%
White
6%
59%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is ranked #902 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Collegiate Academy?
309 students attend Liberty Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Liberty Collegiate Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Liberty Collegiate Academy offer ?
Liberty Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Liberty Collegiate Academy part of?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Collegiate Academy located?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in East Nashville.
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