Serving 1,184 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 1,184 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,704 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2432 out of 3704 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
36%
37%
Black
20%
21%
White
32%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #2432 out of 3,704 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard Middle School, Horizon Academy At Marion Oaks by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
1,184 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Liberty Middle School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Marion School District.
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