Liberal Middle

Liberal Middle School is a regular public middle school located in the rural community of Liberal, Missouri. Serving students from sixth to eighth grade, the school has an enrollment of 64 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 with six full-time equivalent teachers. The MySchoolScout rating for Liberal Middle School is 5.7 out of 10, reflecting its state ranking of 938 out of 2234 schools in Missouri, placing it around the 58th percentile.

In terms of academic performance, students at Liberal Middle School have shown that there's room for growth with 42% proficiency or above in ELA and reading, and 32% proficient or above in math. While these scores indicate areas where improvement is needed, they also highlight opportunities for development and support within the school. Liberal Middle School stands out as a community-focused institution in its rural setting, offering students a close-knit environment with personalized attention from teachers.

The surrounding area provides a peaceful backdrop for learning, fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages student growth and engagement.

With an enrollment of 64 students, Liberal Middle 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.

Located in a rural area, Liberal Middle 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.