Serving 267 students in grades 5-8, Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Liberty Collegiate Academy's student population of 267 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 67% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Liberty Collegiate Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Collegiate Academy is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1076 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
55%
15%
Black
39%
21%
White
4%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Collegiate Academy's ranking?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is ranked #1076 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Liberty Collegiate Academy?
267 students attend Liberty Collegiate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Liberty Collegiate Academy students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Collegiate Academy?
Liberty Collegiate Academy has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Liberty Collegiate Academy offer ?
Liberty Collegiate Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty Collegiate Academy part of?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is part of Davidson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty Collegiate Academy located?
Liberty Collegiate Academy is located in the East Nashville neighborhood of Nashville, TN. There are 5 other public schools located in East Nashville.
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