Liberty Middle School

School Overview
Liberty Middle School, located in Spanaway, Washington, is a public middle school serving students in the Bethel School District. It functions as a foundational part of the local community, providing educational programs typically spanning grades 6 through 8. As part of a larger suburban district, the school focuses on bridging the transition between elementary and high school by offering a structured curriculum that emphasizes core academic subjects—such as math, science, language arts, and social studies—while also providing opportunities for elective participation and student development.

The school environment at Liberty Middle is centered on fostering both academic growth and social-emotional maturity. Like many schools in the Bethel District, it aims to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, sports, and school-wide initiatives. By utilizing its location in the Spanaway area, the school works to connect with local families and maintain a supportive educational climate that prepares students for the challenges and expectations of their future high school careers.
857
Total Students
40.6
Full-Time Teachers
21.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
54.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Liberty Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White306
Hispanic186
Black97
Asian53
Two or More154
American Indian7
Pacific Islander52
  • White
    306 (35.8%)
  • Hispanic
    186 (21.8%)
  • Two or More
    154 (18.0%)
  • Black
    97 (11.3%)
  • Asian
    53 (6.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    52 (6.1%)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.8%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: Bethel School District
Phone: (253)800-6500
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 857
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 40.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 21.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 360
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 103
Grades Taught
Grade 6 285
Grade 7 287
Grade 8 285

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Liberty Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6285
Grade 7287
Grade 8285
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Liberty Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female39045.5%
Male46554.3%
Not Specified20.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)