Serving 1,403 students in grades 9-12, Liberal Sr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in KS)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberal Sr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Liberal Sr High School's student population of 1,403 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
School Colors
Black, Red
School Rankings
Liberal Sr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberal Sr High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1258 out of 1280 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
85%
22%
Black
1%
7%
White
10%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberal Sr High School's ranking?
Liberal Sr High School is ranked #1258 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberal Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Liberal Sr High School is 88%, which is lower than the Kansas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Liberal Sr High School?
1,403 students attend Liberal Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Liberal Sr High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberal Sr High School?
Liberal Sr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberal Sr High School offer ?
Liberal Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberal Sr High School part of?
Liberal Sr High School is part of Liberal School District.
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