Serving 391 students in grades 5-8, West Liberty Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Iowa state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Liberty Middle School's student population of 391 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Liberty Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Liberty Middle School is 0.51, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.47. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1016 out of 1223 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
59%
13%
Black
n/a
7%
White
38%
71%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Liberty Middle School's ranking?
West Liberty Middle School is ranked #1016 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are West Liberty Middle School often compared to?
West Liberty Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Liberty High School, Wilton Elementary School, West Liberty Elementary 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 68% IA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend West Liberty Middle School?
391 students attend West Liberty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Liberty Middle School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Liberty Middle School?
West Liberty Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Liberty Middle School offer ?
West Liberty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Liberty Middle School part of?
West Liberty Middle School is part of West Liberty Comm School District.
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