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Very Good

#631 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 28% in state

Liberty High

High School · LIBERTY 53

200 BLUEJAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068

Enrollment

1,908

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#631 of 2,221

In Liberty

#4 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 17

LIBERTY 53

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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7.3/10

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About Liberty High

Liberty High is a public high school in Liberty, MO, part of LIBERTY 53. Liberty High serves approximately 1,908 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #631 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty High show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • MO avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.9% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.8% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+8.4 pts
Overall Proficiency54% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
College Readiness7.4Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation41.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,179
Chronic Absenteeism22%

Liberty High — Students at Liberty High score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
56.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 31 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
27%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
27%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
41%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
83%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
87%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
74%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
74%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
67%
2024
Math
36.8%
ELA
60.4%
2025
Math
42.9%
ELA
65.8%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Liberty High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
72th percentile in MO
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.3
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
123 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
41.8% participation·State avg: 2.3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·58 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

200 BLUEJAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 7.9/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRANKLIN ELEM. (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
EPIC ELEMENTARY Liberty 0.3 mi 3.5
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty 1.0 mi 5.5
RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty 0.8 mi 4.9
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City 0.9 mi
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.2 mi 5.4
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.0 mi 7.3
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.3 mi 8.4
SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty 1.4 mi 7.3
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty 1.6 mi 5.8
SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.5 mi 7.1
MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty 1.4 mi 5.8
FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty 1.4 mi 7.7
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City 1.4 mi 5.2
WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty 2.2 mi 7.7
LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty 2.3 mi 5.3
LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty 3.1 mi 4.9
KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City 3.9 mi 6.2
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City 4.2 mi 5.2
RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 4.0 mi 7.9
NORTHWEST REG. YOUTH CTR. Kansas City 4.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 64068 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,425

Median Home Value

$268,200

Median Rent

$1,172/mo

Population

37,466

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.7%

Median Age

38.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
MARQUETTE SR. HIGH Chesterfield, MO 7.3
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield, MO 7.2
EUREKA SR. HIGH Eureka, MO 7.2
GRAIN VALLEY HIGH Grain Valley, MO 7.2
PLATTE COUNTY HIGH Platte City, MO 7.2
FT. ZUMWALT EAST HIGH St. Peters, MO 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty High

What grades does Liberty High serve?

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

How many students attend Liberty High?

Liberty High has an enrollment of approximately 1,908 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty High?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty High is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty High rank in MO?

Liberty High ranks #631 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Liberty High's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty High has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Liberty High a charter school?

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

Is Liberty High a Title I school?

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

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

20.9% of students at Liberty High 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
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,908
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
123
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Clay County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.0%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

LIBERTY 53
District Enrollment
12,154
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,179
District Rank
#4 of 17

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