Serving 592 students in grades 7-8, Liberty J High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 14% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 592 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty J High School's student population of 592 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
592 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Liberty J High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty J High School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7304 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
35%
53%
Black
36%
13%
White
11%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty J High School's ranking?
Liberty J High School is ranked #7304 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Liberty J High School often compared to?
Liberty J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Apollo J High School, Forest Meadow J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Liberty J High School?
592 students attend Liberty J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Liberty J High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty J High School?
Liberty J High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Liberty J High School offer ?
Liberty J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty J High School part of?
Liberty J High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Liberty J High School located?
Liberty J High School is located in the Whispering Hills neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Whispering Hills.
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