Very Good
#503 of 1,815 schools in CO
Top 28% in state
Liberty School
School · Liberty J-4 School District
P O BOX 112, Joes, CO 80822
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
64
Student-Teacher
5.8:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
Colorado schools
#11 of 130
School environment
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Liberty School
Liberty School serves 64 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade in the small community of Joes, Colorado. As a vocational/technical school, Liberty provides specialized career-focused education alongside traditional academics, preparing students for both college and skilled trades. With just 11 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, allowing for highly personalized attention and instruction.
The school has earned recognition for its educational quality, receiving a MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranking #185 out of 1,831 schools statewide, placing it in the 90th percentile among Colorado schools. This strong performance reflects the school's commitment to student success in a close-knit learning environment. Liberty School draws from a rural community where the median household income is $55,417 and median home values are $137,500.
About one-quarter of local residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while 15.9% of families live below the poverty line. The school serves as an educational anchor in Yuma County's remote rural landscape, where the surrounding ZIP code has just 283 residents, creating a tight-knit community atmosphere that extends naturally into the school environment.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 64 students, Liberty School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, Liberty School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Liberty School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty School — Students at Liberty School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CO CMAS (2024-25)
Based on 4 test records from CO state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.5/10.
How Liberty School Compares
See how Liberty School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has declined from 30% (2019) to 27.27% (2025). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 69.5% (2019) to 63.64% (2025).
Location
P O BOX 112, Joes, CO 80822
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Flagler Public School (rated 6.9/10, 34.6 miles away, in nearby Flagler), with a comparable rating. Another option is Hi-Plains School District R-23 (rated 5.4/10, 27.8 miles away, in nearby Seibert), a more accessible option. Additionally, Bethune Public Schools (rated 4.9/10, 26.3 miles away, in nearby Bethune), a more accessible option. For more schools in Joes, see our Joes schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Idalia Elementary School Idalia | 17.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Idalia Junior-Senior High School Idalia | 17.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Stratton Middle School Stratton | 24.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Stratton Senior High School Stratton | 24.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Stratton Elementary School Stratton | 24.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Bethune Public Schools Bethune | 26.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Arickaree Elementary School Anton | 22.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Arickaree Undivided High School Anton | 22.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Hi-Plains School District R-23 Seibert | 27.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Yuma High School Yuma | 32.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Yuma Middle School Yuma | 32.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Kenneth P Morris Elementary School Yuma | 32.8 mi | 6.0 |
| YUMA PRESCHOOL Yuma | 32.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Burlington Middle School Burlington | 30.4 mi | 6.1 |
| KINGDOM BOUND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington | 30.7 mi | — |
| Burlington Elementary School Burlington | 30.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Burlington High School Burlington | 31.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Wray Elementary School Wray | 35.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Wray Junior Senior High School Wray | 35.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Flagler Public School Flagler | 34.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 80822 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,111
Median Home Value
$162,500
Median Rent
$1,138/mo
Population
239
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
71.6%
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
58.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Liberty School has a median household income of $61,111. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $162,500, with a median rent of $1,138/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GRAND COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tabernash, CO | 7.3 |
| SPRINGS BAPTIST ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO | 7.2 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Colorado Springs, CO | 7.4 |
| SHILOH HOME INC. Littleton, CO | 7.4 |
| CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Basalt, CO | 7.5 |
| LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Westminster, CO | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty School
What grades does Liberty School serve?
Liberty School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Liberty School?
Liberty School has an enrollment of approximately 64 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty School is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty School rank in CO?
Liberty School is ranked #503 out of 1,815 schools in CO.
What is Liberty School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty School has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Liberty School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty School has 28.6% math proficiency and 66.6% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Liberty School a charter school?
No, Liberty School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty School a Title I school?
No, Liberty School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty School?
43.8% of students at Liberty School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 64
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.8%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Yuma County
- Phone
- (970) 358-4288
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Liberty J-4 School District- District Enrollment
- 64
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,221
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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