Liberty High School is a four-year public high school in northern Colorado Springs, Colorado, and part of Academy School District 20. It opened in 1987, and in the 2017–18 year, it had an enrollment of 1,650.
Serving 1,526 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,526 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 1,526 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,526 students
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Navy Blue, Scarlet, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.53, which is less 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
#295 out of 1748 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
37%
Black
4%
5%
White
66%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lancer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #295 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rampart High School, Pine Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 89%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
1,526 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Liberty High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Academy School District No. 20 In The County Of El Paso An.
In what neighborhood is Liberty High School located?
Liberty High School is located in the Briargate neighborhood of Colorado Springs, CO. There are 17 other public schools located in Briargate.
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