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#3497 of 4,742 schools in NY
Liberty Middle School
Middle School · LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
145 BUCKLEY ST, Liberty, NY 12754
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
515
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,497 of 4,742
In Liberty
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Liberty Middle School
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About Liberty Middle School
Liberty Middle School is a public middle school in Liberty, NY, part of LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Liberty Middle School serves approximately 515 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,497 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 5.1 · Average
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Liberty Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
45% of students at Liberty 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 Middle School — Students at Liberty Middle School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
62.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 test records from NY 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: 6.4/10.
How Liberty Middle School Compares
See how Liberty Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
145 BUCKLEY ST, Liberty, NY 12754
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. THE CENTER FOR DISCOVERY (rated 7.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Monticello), which scores notably higher. Another option is LIVINGSTON MANOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Livingston Manor), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LIVINGSTON MANOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Livingston Manor), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Liberty, see our Liberty schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.5 miNeighborhood 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Middle School
What grades does Liberty Middle School serve?
Liberty Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 515 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle School is 10.1:1. 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 NY?
Liberty Middle School ranks #3,497 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Liberty Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
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?
62.3% 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 515
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Sullivan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.9%
- Phone
- (845) 292-5400
Resources & Links
District
LIBERTY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,834
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,153
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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