Excellent
#1069 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 13% in state
Liberty Middle
Middle School · PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
1212 S FIR ST, Pharr, TX 78577
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
795
Student-Teacher
12.2:1
Score
8.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#1,069 of 8,552
In Pharr
#9 of 36
public schools
In district
#10 of 42
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Liberty Middle
Liberty Middle is a public middle school in Pharr, TX, part of PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD. Liberty Middle serves approximately 795 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Liberty Middle show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- TX avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Liberty Middle — Students at Liberty Middle score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.2/10.
How Liberty Middle Compares
See how Liberty Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1212 S FIR ST, Pharr, TX 78577
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Liberty Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. KENNEDY MIDDLE (rated 8.6/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, AUSTIN MIDDLE (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby San Juan), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pharr, see our Pharr schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| KELLY-PHARR EL Pharr | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| VANGUARD PICASSO Edinburg | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| THE PHARR ORATORY OF ST PHILIP NERI SCHOOL SYSTEM Pharr | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| PSJA EARLY COLLEGE H S San Juan | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| PSJA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS San Juan | 0.8 mi | — |
| PSJA THOMAS JEFFERSON T-STEM EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 0.8 mi | 9.5 |
| VANGUARD REMBRANDT Pharr | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ELVIS J BALLEW H S Pharr | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| BUELL CENTRAL DAEP Pharr | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| AIDA C ESCOBAR EL Pharr | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| KENNEDY MIDDLE Pharr | 1.3 mi | 8.6 |
| EDITH & ETHEL CARMAN EL San Juan | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| PSJA EARLY START Pharr | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| HENRY FORD EL Pharr | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| PSJA SOTOMAYOR BUILDING BLOCKS ACADEMY Pharr | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| GERALDINE PALMER EL Pharr | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| PSJA SOUTHWEST EARLY COLLEGE H S Pharr | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| VANGUARD VAN GOGH Pharr | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| IDEA ACADEMY SAN JUAN San Juan | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| AUSTIN MIDDLE San Juan | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78577 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,768
Median Home Value
$111,500
Median Rent
$988/mo
Population
79,903
College Educated
17.5%
Homeownership
58.6%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
29.5
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|---|---|
| AUDIE MURPHY MIDDLE Alamo, TX | 8.3 |
| CHARLENE MCKINZEY MIDDLE Mansfield, TX | 8.3 |
| DANFORTH J H Wimberley, TX | 8.3 |
| DANNY JONES MIDDLE Mansfield, TX | 8.3 |
| E J MOSS INT Lindale, TX | 8.3 |
| HARWOOD J H Bedford, TX | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Liberty Middle
What grades does Liberty Middle serve?
Liberty Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Liberty Middle?
Liberty Middle has an enrollment of approximately 795 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Middle is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Liberty Middle rank in TX?
Liberty Middle ranks #1,069 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Liberty Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Liberty Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Middle has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Liberty Middle a charter school?
No, Liberty Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Liberty Middle a Title I school?
No, Liberty Middle is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Middle?
97.9% of students at Liberty Middle 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
- 795
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hidalgo County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.0%
- Phone
- (956) 354-2610
Resources & Links
District
PHARR-SAN JUAN-ALAMO ISD- District Enrollment
- 30,008
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,411
- District Rank
- #10 of 42
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