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Discovery Middle School

800 Midjay Drive, Liberty, MO 64068, United States
+1 (816) 736-7300
http://www.lps53.org/dms
5.1
Overall Rating

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Discovery Middle School Overview

About This School

Discovery Middle School is a public middle in Liberty, Missouri, serving 678 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 54% in ELA and 47% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 48 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,838. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 339:1. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 68% White, 9% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, 8% Black, and 6% Asian students.

678
Total Students
Grade 6-8
13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
48 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts54%
Mathematics47%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Clay County
Students per Counselor
339:1

Discovery Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

54%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 55%State Avg: 42%
47%
Mathematics
City Avg: 45%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

13:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.9:1
State Avg: 11.9:1
339
Students per Counselor

Discovery Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
48

Average Teacher Salary

$62,838
City Avg: $62,838
State Avg: $57,370

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Students per Counselor339:1

Discovery Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.47%
Male
48.53%
Female
Total Enrollment: 678 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White67.7%
Hispanic9.29%
Asian6.05%
Black8.11%
Two or More Races8.55%
Native American0.15%

Discovery Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Discovery Middle School

Q: What is Discovery Middle School?

A: Discovery Middle School is a middle public located in Liberty.

Q: How many students attend Discovery Middle School?

A: Discovery Middle School has approximately 678 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Middle School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Middle School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Discovery Middle School

Discovery Middle School is a public middle in Liberty, Missouri, serving 678 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 54% in ELA and 47% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 48 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $62,838. Support services include a counselor-to-student ratio of 339:1. Students at the school are 51% male and 49% female. The demographic breakdown includes 68% White, 9% Hispanic, 9% Two or More Races, 8% Black, and 6% Asian students.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Discovery Middle School - Liberty, MO

Quick Facts about Discovery Middle School
School NameDiscovery Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location800 Midjay Drive, Liberty, MO 64068, Liberty, MO
CountyClay County
Phone+1 (816) 736-7300
Total Students678
Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Full-Time Teachers48
Rating5.1/10
ELA Proficiency54%
Math Proficiency47%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Discovery Middle School

What is Discovery Middle School?

Discovery Middle School is a middle public located in Liberty.

How many students attend Discovery Middle School?

Discovery Middle School has approximately 678 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Discovery Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Discovery Middle School is 13:1.

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