Serving 431 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 16% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 16% (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
School Overview
Liberty Avenue Middle School's student population of 431 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Liberty Avenue Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3519 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
67%
30%
Black
22%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Avenue Middle School's ranking?
Liberty Avenue Middle School is ranked #3519 out of 4,377 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
431 students attend Liberty Avenue Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Liberty Avenue Middle School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty Avenue Middle School?
Liberty Avenue Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, 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 School District.
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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