Serving 210 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 210 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 210 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
210 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#569 out of 2183 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
22%
15%
White
22%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #569 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Liberty High School often compared to?
Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Innovation High School, County Prep High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 90%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
210 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Liberty High School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Liberty High School offer ?
Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Jersey City Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty High School located?
Liberty High School is located in the West Side neighborhood of Jersey City, NJ. There are 6 other public schools located in West Side.
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