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Liberty High School

High School · LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

125 BUCKLEY ST, Liberty, NY 12754

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

5.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Liberty

#3 of 4

public schools

New York high schools

#943 of 1,160

In district

#2 of 3

LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Liberty High School

Liberty High School serves 588 students in grades 9-12 in the town of Liberty, New York, maintaining a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 with 46 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.2 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #1091 out of 4758 schools statewide, placing it in the 77th percentile among New York high schools. Students at Liberty High School show impressive proficiency rates, with 84% scoring proficient or above in English Language Arts and an exceptional 92% achieving proficiency in mathematics across all grade levels.

This solid academic foundation reflects the school's commitment to student achievement and educational excellence. The school draws from a community of approximately 7,800 residents in the 12754 ZIP code area, where the median household income is $50,081 and the median home value is $180,800. With 18% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a poverty rate of 14.1%, the area represents a working-class community that values education and supports student success.

Liberty High School provides a comprehensive high school experience in Sullivan County's scenic town setting, where students benefit from small class sizes and strong academic outcomes in a close-knit community environment.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.1Fair25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-7 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5%
Overall Proficiency81%
Expected (poverty-adj.)61%
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
College Readiness3.4Fair30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation9.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.7Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,360

Liberty High School — Students at Liberty High School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 92.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
69.5%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Liberty High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
25th percentile in NY
Academic
8.8/10
8.8/10
Growth
3.1/10
Below average
Environment
6.7/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers

Location

125 BUCKLEY ST, Liberty, NY 12754

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIVINGSTON MANOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Livingston Manor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is TRI-VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 11.5 miles away, in nearby Grahamsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SULLIVAN WEST HIGH SCHOOL AT LAKE HUNTINGTON (rated 5.4/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Huntington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.6 mi
School Distance Rating
LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL Liberty 0.1 mi 4.8
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Liberty 0.5 mi 5.6
SULLIVAN BOCES Liberty 1.8 mi 7.1
LIVINGSTON MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Livingston Manor 7.6 mi 8.7
LIVINGSTON MANOR HIGH SCHOOL Livingston Manor 7.6 mi 5.9
THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY Monticello 8.5 mi 7.5
TALMUD TORAH IMREI BURECH Kiamesha Lake 9.0 mi 5.4
HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF SULLIVAN & ULSTER COUNTIES Kiamesha Lake 9.9 mi
FALLSBURG JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fallsburg 8.8 mi 4.8
BAIS YAAKOV OF SOUTH FALLSBURG South Fallsburg 9.6 mi 5.0
KENNETH L RUTHERFORD SCHOOL Monticello 11.5 mi 6.5
MONTICELLO HIGH SCHOOL Monticello 11.6 mi 4.8
ROBERT J KAISER MIDDLE SCHOOL Monticello 11.6 mi 5.4
BENJAMIN COSOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fallsburg 9.6 mi 4.5
GEORGE L COOKE SCHOOL Monticello 11.6 mi 4.9
SULLIVAN WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Jeffersonville 9.7 mi 5.7
ROSCOE CENTRAL SCHOOL Roscoe 12.1 mi 6.0
TRI-VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Grahamsville 11.5 mi 6.4
TRI-VALLEY SECONDARY SCHOOL Grahamsville 11.5 mi 5.7
SULLIVAN WEST HIGH SCHOOL AT LAKE HUNTINGTON Lake Huntington 14.6 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 12754 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,597

Median Home Value

$190,700

Median Rent

$905/mo

Population

8,525

College Educated

22.7%

Homeownership

49.6%

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

33

Community Profile

The community surrounding Liberty High School has a median household income of $56,597. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,700, with a median rent of $905/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
ADDISON MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Addison, NY 5.3
ARCHBISHOP STEPINAC HIGH SCHOOL White Plains, NY 5.3
BATAVIA HIGH SCHOOL Batavia, NY 5.3
BETH RIVKA HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.3
CITY POLYTECHNIC HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY 5.3
COHOES HIGH SCHOOL Cohoes, NY 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty High School

What grades does Liberty High School serve?

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

How many students attend Liberty High School?

Liberty High School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty High School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty High School rank in NY?

Liberty High School is ranked #3539 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Liberty High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty High School has a composite rating of 5.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Liberty High School has 92.0% math proficiency and 83.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Liberty High School a charter school?

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

Is Liberty High School a Title I school?

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

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

44.4% of students at Liberty High 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

County Safety
Average (382/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Sullivan County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,834
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,153
District Rank
#2 of 3

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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