Serving 752 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Junior School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 752 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Junior School's student population of 752 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
752 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Junior School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Junior School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#902 out of 3241 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
12%
17%
White
70%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Junior School's ranking?
Liberty Junior School is ranked #902 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Liberty Junior School?
752 students attend Liberty Junior School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Liberty Junior School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Junior School?
Liberty Junior School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Junior School offer ?
Liberty Junior School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty Junior School part of?
Liberty Junior School is part of Lakota Local School District.
School Reviews
5 9/23/2006
This School is great! I have been here Mr. Spurlock the principle and Mr. Martin the assistant principal is great. This school knows education and technology. I would recommend this school to anyone in the Liberty TWP. Area.I hope that anyone in this area would want to go here because the staff is so awesome and everyone treats you like a person!!!I think this school rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!
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