Skip to main content

Very Good

#272 of 1,288 schools in LA

Top 21% in state

Liberty High School

High School · East Baton Rouge Parish

1105 Lee Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Enrollment

1,241

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Louisiana schools

#272 of 1,288

In Baton Rouge

#16 of 94

public schools

In district

#14 of 79

East Baton Rouge Parish

Equity

7.8 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Liberty High School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Liberty High School

7.7/10

High School in Baton Rouge · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Glasgow Middle School

8.4/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Trinity Episcopal Day School

7.7/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Liberty High School

Liberty High School is a public high school in Baton Rouge, LA, part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Liberty High School serves approximately 1,241 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #272 of 1,288 schools in LA.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 4.8
  • LA avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change-2.06 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency26% (2025 LEAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency80% (2025 LEAP)
Math vs. State Avg-10.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.6 pts
Overall Proficiency53% (2025 LEAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 LEAP)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation58.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,471
Chronic Absenteeism16%

Liberty High School — Students at Liberty High School score 53% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores LA LEAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 69.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
36.1% (2025 LEAP)
ELA Proficiency 83.8% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
44.4% (2025 LEAP)

Based on 26 test records from LA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2012
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
90%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
74%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
65%
2025
Math
26%
ELA
80%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Liberty High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
79th percentile in LA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.1
Sports
19
9 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
58.2% participation·State avg: 2.1 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
9 boys'·10 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1105 Lee Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Baton Rouge Magnet High School (rated 9.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Baton Rouge, see our Baton Rouge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Glasgow Middle School Baton Rouge 0.6 mi 8.4
TRINITY EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Baton Rouge 0.7 mi 7.7
Highland Elementary School Baton Rouge 1.0 mi 5.5
LA PRINTANIERE MONTESSORI Baton Rouge 1.1 mi 5.9
University View Academy Inc. (FRM LA Connections) Baton Rouge 1.2 mi 3.8
LSU Laboratory School Baton Rouge 1.3 mi 7.5
B. R. Foreign Language Acad. Immersion Magnet Baton Rouge 1.5 mi 9.4
ST JOHN PRIMARY & SAINT THERESA MIDDLE Baton Rouge 1.7 mi 4.3
McKinley Senior High School Baton Rouge 1.7 mi 3.1
Westdale Heights Academic Magnet School Baton Rouge 2.0 mi 9.5
ST JOSEPH'S ACADEMY Baton Rouge 2.2 mi 5.4
Eva Legard Learning Center Baton Rouge 2.0 mi 5.4
Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts Baton Rouge 2.1 mi 8.2
ELAN VITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.3 mi
McKinley Middle Magnet School Baton Rouge 2.3 mi 6.6
CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.4 mi 5.5
Louisiana Key Academy Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 2.6 mi 5.1
Magnolia Woods Elementary School Baton Rouge 2.4 mi 5.0
ST FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Baton Rouge 2.6 mi 6.2
Baton Rouge Magnet High School Baton Rouge 2.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70808 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,078

Median Home Value

$392,600

Median Rent

$1,283/mo

Population

36,513

College Educated

64.6%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

18.1 min

Poverty Rate

20.9%

Median Age

31.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Destrehan High School Destrehan, LA 7.7
Ruston High School Ruston, LA 7.7
Belle Chasse High School Belle Chasse, LA 7.8
Natchitoches Central High School Natchitoches, LA 7.8
Patrick F. Taylor Science & Technology Academy Avondale, LA 7.8
Pine School Franklinton, LA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty High School

What grades does Liberty High School serve?

Liberty High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Liberty High School?

Liberty High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,241 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty High School is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty High School rank in LA?

Liberty High School ranks #272 of 1,288 schools in LA.

What is Liberty High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Liberty High School a charter school?

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

Is Liberty High School a Title I school?

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

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

48.8% of students at Liberty High 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.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,241
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
East Baton Rouge Parish
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.0%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

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.

See how we rate

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.