Excellent
#262 of 2,466 schools in NJ
Top 11% in state
Liberty Middle School
Middle School · West Orange Public Schools
1 KELLY DRIVE, West Orange, NJ 07052
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
542
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.3
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New Jersey schools
#262 of 2,466
In West Orange
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#5 of 12
West Orange Public Schools
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Liberty Middle School
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About Liberty Middle School
Liberty Middle School is a public middle school in West Orange, NJ, part of West Orange Public Schools. Liberty Middle School serves approximately 542 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #262 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- NJ avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Liberty Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Middle School — Students at Liberty Middle School score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)
Based on 39 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.3/10.
How Liberty Middle School Compares
See how Liberty Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 KELLY DRIVE, West Orange, NJ 07052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Roosevelt Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby W. Orange), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mount Pleasant Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Livingston), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Orange, see our West Orange schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GARDEN ACADEMY West Orange | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School West Orange | 0.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Mount Pleasant Middle School Livingston | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Mount Pleasant Elementary School Livingston | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| St. Cloud Elementary School W. Orange | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| JUMP EMMERSION SCHOOL Livingston | 1.3 mi | — |
| Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center West Orange | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER METROWEST ROSS CAMPUS West Orange | 1.8 mi | — |
| Kelly Elementary School W. Orange | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Harrison Elementary School Livingston | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| THE ARC OF ESSEX COUNTY'S STEPPING STONES SCHOOL Roseland | 2.0 mi | — |
| West Orange High School West Orange | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| FEDCAP - 4T Orange | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Collins Elementary School Livingston | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| AQUINAS ACADEMY Livingston | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Livingston High School Livingston | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt Middle School W. Orange | 2.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Essex Fells Elementary School Essex Fells | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| GOLDA OCH ACADEMY West Orange | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,456
Median Home Value
$527,200
Median Rent
$1,791/mo
Population
48,323
College Educated
53%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
36.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Demarest Middle School Demarest, NJ | 8.3 |
| Deerfield Elementary School Mountainside, NJ | 8.4 |
| Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School Wyckoff, NJ | 8.4 |
| Henry B. Whitehorne Middle School Verona, NJ | 8.4 |
| Montgomery Lower Middle School Skillman, NJ | 8.4 |
| Central Middle School Parsippany, NJ | 8.2 |
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 542 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School is 9.5:1. 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 NJ?
Liberty Middle School ranks #262 of 2,466 schools in NJ.
What is Liberty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
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?
43.2% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 542
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.2%
- Phone
- (973) 243-8650
Resources & Links
District
West Orange Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 7,030
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,340
- District Rank
- #5 of 12
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