Serving 917 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 917 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in VA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- 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 917 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
917 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 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 0.51, 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
#606 out of 1792 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)66%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)74%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)71%
59%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
14%
19%
Black
11%
22%
White
68%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #606 out of 1,792 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Knoll Middle School, Chickahominy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% VA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
917 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Hanover County School District.
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