At a glance
Reported students
2,262
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
129.84
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
17.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Missouri high enrollment
99th percentile
Compared with 656 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
506.5
Liberty North High School: 2,262 reported students.
State peer staffing position
94th percentile
17.4:1 reported; state peer median 11.5:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,929
- Teachers (FTE)
- 105.3
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.3:1
What the reported data says about Liberty North High School
Liberty North High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Liberty. It is one of 20 current school records connected to Liberty 53. NCES reports 2,262 students for 2024–25.
Among 656 high schools in Missouri with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 214 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 99th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 17.4:1, above the Missouri median of 11.5:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (76%) and Hispanic or Latino (7.7%). English learners represent 1.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.9%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 37 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Liberty North High School
- 1How do the reported 17.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 129.84 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.9%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 20.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 2
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White76%
- Hispanic7.7%
- Black6.8%
- Asian2.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial6.5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
37 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Liberty 53
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Liberty High
High · Grades 09–12
1,842 reported students
Liberty Academy
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Juvenile Justice Ctr.
High · Grades 06–12
0 reported students
South Valley Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
809 reported students
Shoal Creek Elem.
Elementary · Grades KG–05
795 reported students
Heritage Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
757 reported students
Public schools near Liberty North High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juvenile Justice Ctr. High · Liberty 53 | 06–12 | 0 | 3 mi |
| Liberty High High · Liberty 53 | 09–12 | 1,842 | 3.1 mi |
| Liberty Academy High · Liberty 53 | 09–12 | 0 | 4.3 mi |
| Northwest Reg. Youth Ctr. High · Division of Youth Service | 06–12 | 20 | 5.5 mi |
| Staley High High · North Kansas City 74 | 09–12 | 2,091 | 5.9 mi |
| Kearney High High · Kearney R-I | 10–12 | 814 | 6.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Liberty North High School
What grades does Liberty North High School serve?
Liberty North High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Liberty 53.
How many students attend Liberty North High School?
Liberty North High School reported 2,262 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 99th percentile among 656 Missouri high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,929 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Liberty North High School?
The calculated ratio is 17.4:1, based on 2,262 students and 129.84 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Missouri median for the same school level is 11.5:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Liberty North High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Liberty North High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Liberty 53 attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Liberty North High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
20.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Liberty North High School in?
Liberty North High School is part of Liberty 53, based in Liberty, MO, which operates 20 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Liberty North High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Juvenile Justice Ctr. (3 mi), Liberty High (3.1 mi), Liberty Academy (4.3 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.