Liberty High School is one of the three high schools in Bedford County, Virginia. Liberty High School opened in 1964. Its mascot is the "Minuteman." School colors are red, white and navy blue. The school serves students from Villamont, Thaxton, Montvale, Big Island and Bedford.
Serving 708 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High 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 40-59% (which is lower than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 708 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.38, 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
#1296 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)68%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)49%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
4%
20%
Black
11%
21%
White
78%
44%
Two or more races
6%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Liberty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #1296 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Forest High School, Staunton River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 89%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
708 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Liberty High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% 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 High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Bedford County School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The marching band and football team are amazing. I love LHS. It's my favorite school I've ever been to.
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