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#436 of 2,216 schools in MO

Top 20% in state

Liberty High

High School · LIBERTY 53

200 BLUEJAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068

Enrollment

1,908

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Liberty

#3 of 14

public schools

Missouri high schools

#98 of 532

In district

#3 of 17

LIBERTY 53

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Liberty High

Liberty High serves 1,908 students in grades 9-12 in Liberty, Missouri, maintaining a manageable 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio with 123 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public high school demonstrates solid academic performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #535 out of 2,234 Missouri schools, placing it in the 76th percentile statewide. The school shows particular strength in English Language Arts, where 67% of students perform at proficient or above levels across grade levels.

Mathematics presents an area with room for growth, with 44% of students achieving proficiency. The school's overall academic score of 8.6 out of 10 reflects its commitment to student achievement and educational excellence. Liberty High draws from an affluent suburban community in Clay County, where the median household income reaches $91,487 and the median home value is $249,600.

The surrounding ZIP code 64068 houses 37,237 residents, with 37% holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a low poverty rate of just 7.1%. This economic stability provides a supportive foundation for the school's educational mission. Liberty High operates within a large suburban setting that offers students both community connection and access to broader metropolitan opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-1.11 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44%
Reading/ELA Proficiency67%
Overall Proficiency56%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
College Readiness9.9Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation41.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.0Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,222

Liberty High — Students at Liberty High score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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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 EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
43%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Liberty High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
80th percentile in MO
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
7.0/10
Above average
Environment
4.0/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
123 teachers

Location

200 BLUEJAY DR, Liberty, MO 64068

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EPIC ELEMENTARY (rated 8.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RISING HILL ELEMENTARY (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Kansas City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 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 8.9
ALEXANDER DONIPHAN ELEM. Liberty 1.0 mi 7.1
RIDGEVIEW ELEM. Liberty 0.8 mi 4.1
EARLY CHILD. EDUCATION CTR. Kansas City 0.9 mi
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.2 mi 5.3
HERITAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.0 mi 6.7
DISCOVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 1.3 mi 5.5
SOUTH VALLEY MIDDLE Liberty 1.4 mi 5.5
LEWIS AND CLARK ELEM. Liberty 1.6 mi 8.2
SHOAL CREEK ELEM. Kansas City 1.5 mi 6.8
MANOR HILL ELEM. Liberty 1.4 mi 5.8
FRANKLIN ELEM. Liberty 1.4 mi 6.9
LIBERTY OAKS ELEM. Kansas City 1.4 mi 4.8
WARREN HILLS ELEM. Liberty 2.2 mi 6.0
LILLIAN SCHUMACHER ELEM. Liberty 2.3 mi 6.3
LIBERTY NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Liberty 3.1 mi 6.3
KELLYBROOK ELEM SCHOOL Kansas City 3.9 mi 3.6
GRACEMOR ELEMENTARY Kansas City 4.2 mi 7.2
RISING HILL ELEMENTARY Kansas City 4.0 mi 8.6
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

Community Profile

The community surrounding Liberty High has a median household income of $95,425. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $268,200, with a median rent of $1,172/month. The local poverty rate of 6.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
CENTRAL HIGH Chesterfield, MO 7.6
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL Lake St. Louis, MO 7.6
OAKVILLE SR. HIGH St. Louis, MO 7.6
LAFAYETTE SR. HIGH Wildwood, MO 7.5
FRANCIS HOWELL CENTRAL HIGH St. Charles, MO 7.7
WINNETONKA HIGH Kansas City, MO 7.7

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 is ranked #436 out of 2,216 schools in MO.

What is Liberty High's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty High has a composite rating of 7.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty High?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty High has 40.0% math proficiency and 72.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

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
City Safety
High (1,785/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Liberty). Data >1 year old.

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
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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