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#648 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 36% in state

Liberty Bell Middle School

Middle School · Johnson City

718 Morningside DR, Johnson City, TN 37604

Enrollment

937

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#648 of 1,786

In Johnson City

#14 of 16

public schools

In district

#10 of 11

Johnson City

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Liberty Bell Middle School

7.1/10

Middle School in Johnson City · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Liberty Bell Middle School

Liberty Bell Middle School is a public middle school in Johnson City, TN, part of Johnson City. Liberty Bell Middle School serves approximately 937 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Bell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #648 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Bell Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • TN avg 6.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.48 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.4% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+20.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.5 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,230
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Liberty Bell Middle School — Students at Liberty Bell Middle School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 50.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 28 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2011
Math
71%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
43%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
53.2%
ELA
46.7%
2025
Math
59.4%
ELA
54.3%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Liberty Bell Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in TN
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

718 Morningside DR, Johnson City, TN 37604

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Bell Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Towne Acres Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Side Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lake Ridge Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Johnson City, see our Johnson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Science Hill High School Johnson City 0.3 mi 7.2
JEREMIAH SCHOOL Johnson City 0.4 mi
North Side Elementary Johnson City 0.8 mi 9.4
University School Johnson City 1.3 mi 8.1
Fairmont Elementary Johnson City 1.3 mi 8.0
CENTRAL BAPTIST PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 1.2 mi
Towne Acres Elementary Johnson City 1.5 mi 9.5
Tennessee Virtual Learning Academy Johnson City 1.3 mi 6.1
MUNSEY KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 1.4 mi
MUNSEY PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Johnson City 1.4 mi
South Side Elementary Johnson City 1.5 mi 8.8
Woodland Elementary Johnson City 1.8 mi 8.6
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Johnson City 2.3 mi 7.1
Mountain View Elementary Johnson City 2.4 mi 6.4
Cherokee Elementary Johnson City 3.0 mi 8.6
ASHLEY ACADEMY Johnson City 3.1 mi 6.8
Indian Trail Middle School Johnson City 3.7 mi 7.3
Lake Ridge Elementary Johnson City 4.3 mi 9.2
PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Johnson City 3.5 mi 5.0
Boones Creek Elementary School Johnson City 4.6 mi 8.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37604 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,351

Median Home Value

$231,900

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

38,359

College Educated

39.4%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

18.6 min

Poverty Rate

22.4%

Median Age

35.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Bell Middle School

What grades does Liberty Bell Middle School serve?

Liberty Bell Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Bell Middle School?

Liberty Bell Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 937 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Bell Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Bell Middle School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Bell Middle School rank in TN?

Liberty Bell Middle School ranks #648 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Liberty Bell Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Bell Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Bell Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Bell Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Liberty Bell Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Liberty Bell Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
937
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Washington County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Johnson City
District Enrollment
7,936
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,230
District Rank
#10 of 11

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