Serving 268 students in grades 5-8, Liberty Leadership Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Illinois state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Leadership Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Leadership Middle School's student population of 268 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Leadership Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Leadership Middle School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2223 out of 3426 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)9%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
19%
28%
Black
35%
16%
White
30%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Leadership Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Leadership Middle School is ranked #2223 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Liberty Leadership Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Leadership Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mark W Bills Middle School, Richwoods High School, Harold B Dawson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Leadership Middle School?
268 students attend Liberty Leadership Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Liberty Leadership Middle School students are Black, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Leadership Middle School?
Liberty Leadership Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Leadership Middle School offer ?
Liberty Leadership Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Liberty Leadership Middle School part of?
Liberty Leadership Middle School is part of Peoria SD 150 School District.
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