Excellent
#372 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 12% in state
Liberty Middle School
Middle School · Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
454 SOUTH HARVEY ST, Plymouth, MI 48170
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
814
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#372 of 3,192
In Plymouth
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#11 of 24
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Liberty Middle School
Middle School in Plymouth · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Liberty Middle School
Liberty Middle School is a public middle school in Plymouth, MI, part of Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. Liberty Middle School serves approximately 814 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #372 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- MI avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Middle School — Students at Liberty Middle School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.7/10.
How Liberty Middle School Compares
See how Liberty Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
454 SOUTH HARVEY ST, Plymouth, MI 48170
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gallimore Elementary School (rated 9.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canton High School (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Plymouth High School (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plymouth, see our Plymouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canton Preparatory High School Canton | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Dodson Elementary School Canton | 0.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Hoben Elementary School Canton | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Bentley Elementary School Canton | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Discovery Middle School Canton | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Tonda Elementary School Canton | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| South Canton Scholars Charter Academy Canton | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Workman Elementary School Canton | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Miller Elementary School Canton | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Canton Charter Academy Canton | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| SHAJARA TAYYIBA SCHOOL Canton | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Canton | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Star International Academy Canton | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Canton High School Canton | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Plymouth High School Canton | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Salem High School Canton | 2.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Gallimore Elementary School Canton | 2.8 mi | 9.8 |
| PLYMOUTH-CANTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canton | 2.9 mi | — |
| Achieve Charter Academy Canton | 2.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Eriksson Elementary School Canton | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48170 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,442
Median Home Value
$400,800
Median Rent
$1,114/mo
Population
40,573
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
78.5%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
45.7
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|---|---|
| Baldwin Street Middle School Hudsonville, MI | 8.0 |
| Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms, MI | 8.0 |
| Central Middle School Ada, MI | 8.0 |
| East Grand Rapids Middle School Grand Rapids, MI | 8.0 |
| Forsythe Middle School Ann Arbor, MI | 8.0 |
| Haslett Middle School Haslett, MI | 8.0 |
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 814 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School is 18.5:1. 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 MI?
Liberty Middle School ranks #372 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Liberty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
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?
26.4% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 814
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.3%
- Phone
- (734) 416-7600
Resources & Links
District
Plymouth-Canton Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 16,228
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,114
- District Rank
- #11 of 24
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