Best Schools in Liberal, Kansas
9 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Liberal?
Use this page to compare every school in Liberal by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Fellowship Baptist School
Other. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Prairie View Elementary School
Elementary · Liberal. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Meadowlark Elementary School
Elementary · Liberal. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Liberal for 2026 are Fellowship Baptist School (8.0/10), Prairie View Elementary School (7.2/10), and Meadowlark Elementary School (6.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 9 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$130,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
9
8 public · 1 private
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$130,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 7.2/10 despite 88% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.1 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Liberal schools.
Top-Rated Schools in Liberal
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fellowship Baptist School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Prairie View Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Meadowlark Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Seymour Rogers Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Eisenhower Middle School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 6 | Sunflower Elementary School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Macarthur Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Liberal SR High | 2.8 / 10 |
| 9 | Cottonwood Elementary School | 2.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $62,222
- Median home value
- $130,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Avg commute
- 16 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
22% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Liberal compares
Kansas rank
#121 of 140
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.0
below Kansas avg (6.4)
Median household income
$62k
87% of Kansas median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Liberal, Kansas
Liberal, Kansas is home to 9 schools, including 8 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Liberal show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Liberal is Fellowship Baptist School with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Liberal is served by 1 school district: Liberal. These districts collectively serve 4,676 students.
Liberal's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $62,222. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 416 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 358 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.8 |
| 3 | 560 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
| 4 | 377 students · Kindergarten–5th | 3.1 |
| 5 | 514 students · Kindergarten–5th | 2.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 504 students · 6th–8th | 6.5 |
| 2 | 544 students · 6th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,403 students · 9th–12th | 2.8 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fellowship Baptist SchoolPrivate 50 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Liberal
Liberal, Kansas · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$62,222
Median Home Value
$130,600
Median Rent
$926/mo
Population
20,754
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Liberal has a median household income of $62,222. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $130,600, with a median rent of $926/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 16 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Kansas
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Kansas
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Liberal, Kansas
How many schools are in Liberal, Kansas?
Liberal has 9 schools, including 8 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Liberal, Kansas?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Liberal is 5.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Liberal, Kansas?
The top-ranked school in Liberal on MySchoolScout is Fellowship Baptist School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Liberal, Kansas?
The top-ranked elementary school in Liberal on MySchoolScout is Prairie View Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Liberal, Kansas?
The top-ranked middle school in Liberal on MySchoolScout is Seymour Rogers Middle School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best high school in Liberal, Kansas?
The top-ranked high school in Liberal on MySchoolScout is Liberal SR High with a composite score of 2.8/10.
How many school districts serve Liberal, Kansas?
Liberal is served by 1 school district: Liberal.
What is the education level in Liberal, Kansas?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Liberal have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Liberal, Kansas?
The median household income in Liberal is approximately $62,222 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Liberal, Kansas?
Yes, Liberal has 1 private school alongside 8 public schools. The top-rated private school is Fellowship Baptist School with a score of 8.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Liberal, Kansas?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Liberal is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Liberal, Kansas?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Kansas Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.