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#447 of 2,221 schools in MO

Top 20% in state

Liberty Sr. High

High School · MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III

502 N Elm. St, Mountain View, MO 65548

Enrollment

366

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#447 of 2,221

In Mountain View

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Sr. High

7.7/10

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

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About Liberty Sr. High

Liberty Sr. High is a public high school in Mountain View, MO, part of MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III. Liberty Sr.

High serves approximately 366 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Sr. High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 2,221 schools in MO.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Sr. High show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above MO schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Sr. High sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.0Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.8% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.4 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
College Readiness9.8Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,483
Chronic Absenteeism17.2%

Liberty Sr. High — Students at Liberty Sr. High score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

67.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
57.4% (2025 MAP)

Based on 30 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
37%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
90%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
29.9%
2025
Math
40.8%
ELA
44%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Liberty Sr. High Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in MO
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
67%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.2%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·12 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

502 N Elm. St, Mountain View, MO 65548

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Sr. High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EMINENCE HIGH (rated 7.7/10, 18.6 miles away, in nearby Eminence), with a very similar rating. Another option is WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH (rated 7.2/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Willow Springs), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SUMMERSVILLE HIGH (rated 7.0/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Summersville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mountain View, see our Mountain View schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.1 mi
School Distance Rating
LIBERTY MIDDLE Mountain View 0.1 mi 6.4
MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEM. Mountain View 3.4 mi 4.4
BIRCH TREE ELEM. Birch Tree 7.9 mi 4.9
SUMMERSVILLE ELEM. Summersville 12.7 mi 5.0
SUMMERSVILLE HIGH Summersville 13.1 mi 7.0
JUNCTION HILL ELEM. West Plains 18.1 mi 5.3
EMINENCE ELEM. Eminence 18.0 mi 7.9
EMINENCE HIGH Eminence 18.6 mi 7.7
WINONA ELEM. Winona 17.7 mi 7.4
WEST PLAINS ELEM. West Plains 20.6 mi 7.1
WINONA HIGH Winona 17.8 mi 6.4
RICHARDS ELEM. West Plains 19.8 mi 8.5
WEST PLAINS MIDDLE West Plains 21.0 mi 5.7
WILLOW SPRINGS HIGH Willow Springs 18.1 mi 7.2
WILLOW SPRINGS MIDDLE Willow Springs 18.1 mi 8.1
WILLOW SPRINGS ELEM. Willow Springs 18.1 mi 4.4
WEST PLAINS SR. HIGH West Plains 21.1 mi 6.3
OZARK HORIZON SCHOOL West Plains 20.6 mi
HOWELL VALLEY ELEM. West Plains 21.6 mi 8.3
GLENWOOD ELEM. West Plains 25.1 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 65548 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,762

Median Home Value

$134,900

Median Rent

$508/mo

Population

6,432

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

20.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

39.3

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FRONTIER STEM HIGH SCHOOL Kansas City, MO 7.7
HERMANN HIGH Hermann, MO 7.7
MAPLEWOOD-RICHMOND HGTS. HIGH Maplewood, MO 7.7
SALISBURY HIGH Salisbury, MO 7.7
Alton High Alton, MO 7.8
CLARK CO. HIGH Kahoka, MO 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Sr. High

What grades does Liberty Sr. High serve?

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

How many students attend Liberty Sr. High?

Liberty Sr. High has an enrollment of approximately 366 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Sr. High?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Sr. High is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Sr. High rank in MO?

Liberty Sr. High ranks #447 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Liberty Sr. High's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Sr. High 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 Sr. High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Sr. High has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Liberty Sr. High a charter school?

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

Is Liberty Sr. High a Title I school?

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

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

67.2% of students at Liberty Sr. 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
0 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
366
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
67.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Shannon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.2%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

MOUNTAIN VIEW-BIRCH TREE R-III
District Enrollment
1,211
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,483
District Rank
#1 of 4

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