Serving 460 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in SC
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 460 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#815 out of 1154 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
4%
31%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #815 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. C. Edwards Middle School, Dacusville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
460 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Pickens 01 School District.
School Reviews
5 12/27/2018
This is a great school no issues and I highly recommend it i wish I could go back but I moved principle is nice understanding and deals with problems perfectly teachers are amazing teach great good about homework and don`t tolerate bullying. RISE UP FALCONS
5 7/27/2012
This is an excellent school! The teachers and administration do a wonderful job.
5 10/2/2006
This is an excelllent school! While the building is old the faculty and staff do a marvelous job. The extra curricular offerings are comparable to others around us.
Parental involvement is improving!
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