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Top 45% in state

Liberty Middle School

Middle School · PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

10820 WITTMUSS DR, Papillion, NE 68046

Enrollment

541

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Nebraska schools

#435 of 967

In Papillion

#6 of 15

public schools

In district

#7 of 22

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Papillion · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Papillion La Vista South HS

6.5/10

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6.4/10

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About Liberty Middle School

Liberty Middle School is a public middle school in Papillion, NE, part of PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS. Liberty Middle School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #435 of 967 schools in NE.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • NE avg 5.7

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.2Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2016–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.0Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,422
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Liberty Middle School — Students at Liberty Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

20.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NE EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.6% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.9% (multi-year average, 2016-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 14 test records from NE state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2016
Math
86%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
71%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
60%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How Liberty Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
55th percentile in NE
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
5.0/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
21%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Programs & Offerings

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

10820 WITTMUSS DR, Papillion, NE 68046

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Another option is WESTMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Omaha), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALNUT CREEK ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Papillion, see our Papillion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PAPILLION LA VISTA SOUTH HS Papillion 0.5 mi 6.5
PATRIOT ELEMENTARY Papillion 1.8 mi 6.4
PRAIRIE QUEEN ELEMENTARY Papillion 1.5 mi 7.1
TRUMBLE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 1.5 mi 6.1
ASHBURY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 1.7 mi 7.9
WALNUT CREEK ELEMENTARY Papillion 1.7 mi 8.2
PORTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL La Vista 2.1 mi 8.1
SWORD OF THE SPIRIT ELEMENTARY-HIGH SCHOOL Papillion 2.2 mi 7.6
PAPILLION MIDDLE SCHOOL Papillion 1.8 mi 6.0
ST COLUMBKILLE SCHOOL Papillion 2.0 mi 5.2
CARRIAGE HILL ELEMENTARY SCH Papillion 2.2 mi 5.4
PARKVIEW HEIGHTS ELEM SCHOOL La Vista 2.6 mi 5.4
ESU 3 HEAD START - PARKVIEW HEIGHTS Lavista 2.6 mi
PAPILLION LA VISTA SENIOR HIGH Papillion 2.3 mi 6.3
TARA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Papillion 2.3 mi 7.2
WESTMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 2.3 mi 8.5
PAPILLION LA VISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER (PLECC) Papillion 2.5 mi 3.8
ESU 3 PAPILLION LAVISTA EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Papillion 2.5 mi
ESU 3 HEAD START - SCCDC Papillion 2.4 mi
HITCHCOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Omaha 3.2 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 68046 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,708

Median Home Value

$331,800

Median Rent

$1,252/mo

Population

34,110

College Educated

50%

Homeownership

75.1%

Avg Commute

21.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

37.8

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School Rating
HORIZON MIDDLE SCHOOL Kearney, NE 6.7
POUND MIDDLE SCHOOL Lincoln, NE 6.7
RUSSELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Omaha, NE 6.7
WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly, NE 6.7
LEWIS & CLARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue, NE 7.1
LOGAN FONTENELLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellevue, NE 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Middle School

What grades does Liberty Middle School serve?

Liberty Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Middle School?

Liberty Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School 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 Middle School rank in NE?

Liberty Middle School ranks #435 of 967 schools in NE.

What is Liberty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).

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?

20.7% 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
20.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Sarpy County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

PAPILLION LA VISTA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
12,039
Schools in District
22
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,422
District Rank
#7 of 22

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