Very Good
#1667 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 35% in state
Liberty Avenue Middle School
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
350 LINWOOD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
431
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
7.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,667 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#205 of 570
public schools
In district
#14 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Liberty Avenue Middle School
Liberty Avenue Middle School is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Liberty Avenue Middle School serves approximately 431 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,667 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Avenue Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 5.7
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Liberty Avenue Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Liberty Avenue Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Avenue Middle School — Students at Liberty Avenue Middle School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Liberty Avenue Middle School Compares
See how Liberty Avenue Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
350 LINWOOD ST, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Avenue Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. VISTA ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MS 935 (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, JHS 292 MARGARET S DOUGLAS (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VISTA ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ACHIEVEMENT FIRST APOLLO CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST BROOKLYN ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL (EBACS) Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 89 CYPRESS HILLS Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PS 345 PATROLMAN ROBERT BOLDEN Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PS 108 SAL ABBRACCIAMENTO Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| PS 158 WARWICK Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PS 290 JUAN MOREL CAMPOS Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 938 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MS 935 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| EAST NEW YORK MIDDLE SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| EAST NEW YORK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| JHS 292 MARGARET S DOUGLAS Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| JHS 218 JAMES P SINNOTT Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR CLASSICS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 65 Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 149 DANNY KAYE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,988
Median Home Value
$638,200
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
106,901
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
25.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
20.1%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BOYNTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 7.0 |
| CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cortland, NY | 7.0 |
| GOUVERNEUR MIDDLE SCHOOL Gouverneur, NY | 7.0 |
| HAMILTON GRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.0 |
| IROQUOIS MIDDLE SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.0 |
| PELHAM GARDENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Avenue Middle School
What grades does Liberty Avenue Middle School serve?
Liberty Avenue Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School?
Liberty Avenue Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 431 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Avenue Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Avenue Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Avenue Middle School rank in NY?
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks #1,667 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Liberty Avenue Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Avenue Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Avenue Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Avenue Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Liberty Avenue Middle School a charter school?
No, Liberty Avenue Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Avenue Middle School a Title I school?
No, Liberty Avenue Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Avenue Middle School?
94.7% of students at Liberty Avenue 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 431
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.9%
- Phone
- (718) 647-1301
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #14 of 52
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