List of schools in Liberia

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This is a list of notable schools in the African country of Liberia.

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Primary and secondary schools (by county)

Margibi County

Kakata Community College, Kakata City http://campus.midlibcssedu.org

Day-care, Nursery and Elementary Sch., Transit Community, Duazon, Margibi County,RIA Road, Liberia.

Post-secondary institutions

See also

John P. Mitchell High School, Boys' Town Junction, Lower Margibi County, RIA Highway, Liberia

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