Liberty Middle School, a Madison, Alabama middle school serving grades 6–8 with 1,175 students, ranked #121 statewide in 2023, showing a decline from its peak rank of #37 in 2014.
Math proficiency was 51%, higher than the state average of 30% but lower than the district average of 58%, reflecting a downward trend from 75% in 2019.
Reading proficiency stood at 74%, higher than the state average of 47% and approximately equal to the district average of 73%, though it declined from 96% in 2011.
Science proficiency was 57%, higher than the state average of 38% but slightly below the district's 62%, down from 64% in 2021.
Minority enrollment was 44%, with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, and 23% of students were eligible for free or reduced–price lunch, showing socioeconomic diversity in this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Madison area, where students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, averaging 2.4 miles and reaching up to 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Middle School's student population of 1,175 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Liberty Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#121 out of 1275 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
1%
Hispanic
9%
11%
Black
18%
32%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Middle School is ranked #121 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Liberty Middle School often compared to?
Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Middle School?
1,175 students attend Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Liberty Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Middle School?
Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Liberty Middle School offer ?
Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Middle School part of?
Liberty Middle School is part of Madison City School District.
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