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Liberty Collegiate Academy

Middle School · Davidson County

3515 Gallatin RD, Nashville, TN 37206

Charter

Enrollment

267

Student-Teacher

26.7:1

Score

1.8

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#1,783 of 1,786

In Nashville

#117 of 118

public schools

In district

#153 of 154

Davidson County

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1.8/10

Middle School in Nashville · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Liberty Collegiate Academy

Liberty Collegiate Academy is a public middle school in Nashville, TN, part of Davidson County. Liberty Collegiate Academy serves approximately 267 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,783 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Collegiate Academy show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

How it compares3.1 pts below district
  • This school 1.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.9
  • TN avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Collegiate Academy runs 26.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Liberty Collegiate Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

33% of students at Liberty Collegiate Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-4.14 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.6Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14.9% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14.3% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg-24.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Overall Proficiency15% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected-19.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,808
Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

Liberty Collegiate Academy — Students at Liberty Collegiate Academy score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 36.0% (multi-year average, 2011-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
79%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
16%
2022
Math
36.3%
ELA
25.9%
2025
Math
14.9%
ELA
14.3%

* 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: 1.2/10.

How Liberty Collegiate Academy Compares

See how Liberty Collegiate Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
1.8/10
0th percentile in TN
Academic
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
1.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

Location

3515 Gallatin RD, Nashville, TN 37206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Collegiate Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Isaac Litton Middle (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Nashville Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jere Baxter Middle (rated 3.8/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nashville, see our Nashville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
East End Preparatory School Nashville 0.9 mi 4.4
Inglewood Elementary Nashville 1.1 mi 7.2
Dan Mills Elementary Nashville 1.0 mi 9.6
Isaac Litton Middle Nashville 1.2 mi 6.7
Jere Baxter Middle Nashville 1.1 mi 3.8
Stratford STEM Magnet School Nashville 1.3 mi 3.6
Tom Joy Elementary Nashville 1.3 mi 5.3
Cora Howe School Nashville 1.6 mi 3.7
Nashville Classical East Nashville 1.6 mi 7.3
Hattie Cotton Elementary Nashville 1.6 mi 5.8
Maplewood High Nashville 1.7 mi 2.7
MONTESSORI EAST Nashville 2.0 mi 6.7
Rosebank Elementary Nashville 2.1 mi 9.1
Rocketship Nashville Northeast Elementary Nashville 1.8 mi 4.7
EPISCOPAL SCHOOL OF NASHVILLE Nashville 2.3 mi 8.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Madison 2.4 mi 7.8
Lockeland Elementary Nashville 2.5 mi 9.4
East Nashville Magnet High School Nashville 2.5 mi 5.9
East Nashville Middle Nashville 2.5 mi 6.1
GOODPASTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Madison 2.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,605

Median Home Value

$529,400

Median Rent

$1,564/mo

Population

29,368

College Educated

59.5%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

22.1 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

33

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Haynes Middle Nashville, TN 2.9
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Chattanooga Charter School of Excellence Middle Chattanooga, TN 3.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Collegiate Academy

What grades does Liberty Collegiate Academy serve?

Liberty Collegiate Academy serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Collegiate Academy?

Liberty Collegiate Academy has an enrollment of approximately 267 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Collegiate Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Collegiate Academy is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Collegiate Academy rank in TN?

Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks #1,783 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Liberty Collegiate Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Collegiate Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 1.8 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 Collegiate Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Collegiate Academy has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).

Is Liberty Collegiate Academy a charter school?

Yes, Liberty Collegiate Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Liberty Collegiate Academy a Title I school?

No, Liberty Collegiate Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
267
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Davidson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

District

Davidson County
District Enrollment
80,468
Schools in District
162
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,808
District Rank
#153 of 154

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