Serving 459 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#937 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
16%
21%
Black
3%
25%
White
70%
43%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #937 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Middle School, Walter R Johnson Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
459 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
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 Burke County Schools School District.
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