Serving 438 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 438 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1211 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
4%
17%
White
86%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #1211 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
438 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Newark City School District.
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