Liberty High School is a public high school in North Liberty, Iowa, located within the Iowa City Community School District. It opened in August 2017. Liberty is the third comprehensive high school in ICCSD and covers the entirety of North Liberty and northern Coralville.
Serving 1,286 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 1% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 1,286 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2017
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#413 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
14%
Black
13%
7%
White
67%
70%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.6%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #413 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Senior High School, Iowa City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 97%, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
1,286 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Liberty High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Iowa City Comm School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty High School located?
Liberty High School is located in the Penn neighborhood of North Liberty, IA. There are 3 other public schools located in Penn.
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