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Liberty Middle School

Middle School · Edwardsville CUSD 7

1 District Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Enrollment

895

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#2,416 of 3,813

In Edwardsville

#6 of 8

public schools

In district

#9 of 13

Edwardsville CUSD 7

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Liberty Middle School

5.6/10

Middle School in Edwardsville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.8/10

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About Liberty Middle School

Liberty Middle School is a public middle school in Edwardsville, IL, part of Edwardsville CUSD 7. Liberty Middle School serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,416 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency38% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,335
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Liberty Middle School — Students at Liberty Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 63.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2022
ELA
35%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.

How Liberty Middle School Compares

See how Liberty Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in IL
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
18%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

1 District Dr, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Maryville Elem School (rated 7.6/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Maryville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Columbus Elem School (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C A Henning School (rated 7.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Troy), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Edwardsville, see our Edwardsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Goshen Elementary Edwardsville 0.2 mi 4.8
ST MARYS SCHOOL Edwardsville 1.3 mi 5.2
LeClaire Elem School Edwardsville 1.5 mi 6.0
Albert Cassens Elementary Glen Carbon 2.2 mi 6.8
FATHER MCGIVNEY CATHOLIC H S Glen Carbon 2.7 mi 5.5
ST BONIFACE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Edwardsville 2.6 mi 5.2
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Edwardsville 2.8 mi 6.1
Columbus Elem School Edwardsville 2.8 mi 7.2
MARYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Maryville 3.2 mi 5.4
Lincoln Middle School Edwardsville 2.7 mi 5.8
Edwardsville High School Edwardsville 2.6 mi 5.9
Woodland Elementary School Edwardsville 2.8 mi 6.6
LAHR-WELL ACADEMY Edwardsville 3.1 mi
LAHR-WELL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (L-W ACADEMY) Edwardsville 3.1 mi
N O Nelson Elem School Edwardsville 3.4 mi 4.2
Glen Carbon Elem School Glen Carbon 3.5 mi 4.7
Maryville Elem School Maryville 4.5 mi 7.6
Silver Creek Elementary Troy 4.6 mi 5.8
C A Henning School Troy 5.3 mi 7.1
Triad High School Troy 6.0 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 62025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$103,300

Median Home Value

$295,700

Median Rent

$1,215/mo

Population

36,156

College Educated

52.5%

Homeownership

74.8%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Middle School

What grades does Liberty Middle School serve?

Liberty Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Middle School?

Liberty Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Middle School rank in IL?

Liberty Middle School ranks #2,416 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Liberty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Middle School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Middle School a charter school?

No, Liberty Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Middle School a Title I school?

No, Liberty Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Middle School?

18.3% of students at Liberty Middle 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

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Madison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

Edwardsville CUSD 7
District Enrollment
7,211
Schools in District
15
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,335
District Rank
#9 of 13

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