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Liberation Diploma Plus

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

2865 W 19TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Enrollment

152

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,214 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#407 of 570

public schools

In district

#33 of 40

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Liberation Diploma Plus

5.4/10

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

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5.5/10

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About Liberation Diploma Plus

Liberation Diploma Plus is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Liberation Diploma Plus serves approximately 152 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberation Diploma Plus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #3,214 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Liberation Diploma Plus show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 152 students, Liberation Diploma Plus is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency47% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
College Readiness1.6Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1

Liberation Diploma Plus — Students at Liberation Diploma Plus score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

94.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
34.5%
ELA
84.5%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
64.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%
2013
Math
5%
ELA
44.5%
2014
Math
74.5%
ELA
64.5%
2015
Math
64.5%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
74.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2020*
Math
44.5%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
44.5%
ELA
49.5%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Liberation Diploma Plus Compares

See how Liberation Diploma Plus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in NY
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
94%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

2865 W 19TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberation Diploma Plus may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR FILM AND MUSIC (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 90 EDNA COHEN SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.3 mi 5.5
MARK TWAIN IS 239 FOR THE GIFTED AND TALENTED Brooklyn 0.4 mi 7.6
PS 288 SHIRLEY TANYHILL (THE) Brooklyn 0.4 mi 4.7
PS 329 SURFSIDE Brooklyn 0.6 mi 2.7
PS 212 LADY DEBORAH MOODY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 6.6
PS 721 BROOKLYN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.0
JOHN DEWEY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.1
IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.7
CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 5.8
RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.9
PS 188 MICHAEL E BERDY Brooklyn 0.8 mi 2.2
PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.9
HIGH SCHOOL OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT Brooklyn 1.1 mi 7.1
KINGSBOROUGH EARLY COLLEGE SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.1 mi 6.6
LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR FILM AND MUSIC Brooklyn 1.1 mi 7.9
LEADERS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.1 mi 8.3
PS 370 Brooklyn 0.8 mi 4.5
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE Brooklyn 1.2 mi 7.3
ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.0 mi 7.0
IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn 1.3 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,449

Median Home Value

$512,900

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

48,469

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

28.3%

Avg Commute

47.7 min

Poverty Rate

28.2%

Median Age

47.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberation Diploma Plus

What grades does Liberation Diploma Plus serve?

Liberation Diploma Plus serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Liberation Diploma Plus?

Liberation Diploma Plus has an enrollment of approximately 152 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberation Diploma Plus?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberation Diploma Plus is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberation Diploma Plus rank in NY?

Liberation Diploma Plus ranks #3,214 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Liberation Diploma Plus's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberation Diploma Plus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Liberation Diploma Plus?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberation Diploma Plus has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Liberation Diploma Plus a charter school?

No, Liberation Diploma Plus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberation Diploma Plus a Title I school?

No, Liberation Diploma Plus is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberation Diploma Plus?

94.1% of students at Liberation Diploma Plus 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
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
152
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
94.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
District Enrollment
34,525
Schools in District
40
District Rank
#33 of 40

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