Liberty County Schools & Education
Liberty County, Florida
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
38/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 89.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,134
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,118
School Score
38/100
Higher = better
State avg 36/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#29
of 67 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Liberty County
School Verdict
Liberty County faces educational challenges with a school score of 38/100 and a graduation rate of 87.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $7,134 per pupil, Liberty County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Liberty County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 5% above the Florida average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 2.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 17% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Liberty County, Florida
Small-Scale Learning in Liberty
Liberty County maintains 9 public schools for a small student population of 1,295. The system utilizes a specialized mix of elementary and high schools with no standalone middle school facilities.
Higher Investment in Every Student
The county spends $7,134 per pupil, significantly more than the state average of $6,118. This investment supports a graduation rate of 87.0%, which is exactly in line with the national average.
Single District Stability
One district manages every school in Liberty County, and there are currently no charter schools available. W. R. Tolar K-8 School is the county's primary hub, enrolling 499 of the total students.
Ultra-Intimate Rural Schools
Every school in Liberty County is rural, and the average school size is a tiny 185 students. This creates a highly personalized environment where the smallest schools have fewer than 30 students.
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School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Liberty County
Total Enrollment
1,295
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Liberty County
LIBERTY
9 Public Schools in Liberty County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| W. R. TOLAR K-8 SCHOOL | LIBERTY | KG–8 | Primary | 499 |
| HOSFORD ELEMENTARY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL | LIBERTY | PK–8 | Primary | 355 |
| LIBERTY COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL | LIBERTY | 9–12 | High | 341 |
| APALACHICOLA FOREST YOUTH ACADEMY | LIBERTY | KG–12 | Alternative | 36 |
| LIBERTY WILDERNESS CROSSROADS | LIBERTY | 6–12 | Alternative | 27 |
| LIBERTY EARLY LEARNING CENTER | LIBERTY | PK | Other | 26 |
| LIBERTY VIRTUAL FRANCHISE | LIBERTY | 2–12 | Other | 11 |
| LIBERTY VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM | LIBERTY | KG–12 | Other | 0 |
| LIBERTY K12 VIRTUAL | LIBERTY | KG–12 | Other | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$7,134
State avg $6,118
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do schools in Liberty County rate?
What is the graduation rate in Liberty County?
How much does Liberty County spend per student?
Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Liberty County, Florida — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Liberty County, Florida?
Liberty County maintains 9 public schools for a small student population of 1,295. The system utilizes a specialized mix of elementary and high schools with no standalone middle school facilities.
How do schools in Liberty County perform academically?
The county spends $7,134 per pupil, significantly more than the state average of $6,118. This investment supports a graduation rate of 87.0%, which is exactly in line with the national average.
What are the major school districts in Liberty County, Florida?
One district manages every school in Liberty County, and there are currently no charter schools available. W. R. Tolar K-8 School is the county's primary hub, enrolling 499 of the total students.
What is the school experience like in Liberty County?
Every school in Liberty County is rural, and the average school size is a tiny 185 students. This creates a highly personalized environment where the smallest schools have fewer than 30 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Liberty County, Florida?
For parents who want their children to have direct attention in very small classes, Liberty County is a hidden gem. Explore homes in this high-investment district to see the benefits of personalized rural education.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.