Serving 535 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 535 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 535 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,792 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1033 out of 1792 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)67%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-54%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
19%
Black
14%
22%
White
73%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #1033 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
535 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% 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 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Bedford County School District.
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