Serving 450 students in grades 6-8, Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty Avenue Middle School's student population of 450 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
2013
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Avenue Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3355 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
24%
15%
White
2%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is ranked #3355 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Liberty Avenue Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Avenue Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School?
450 students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Liberty Avenue Middle School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Avenue Middle School?
Liberty Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty Avenue Middle School offer ?
Liberty Avenue Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty Avenue Middle School part of?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Avenue Middle School located?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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