Jackson Liberty High School was a four-year comprehensive public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades from Jackson Township, in Ocean County, New Jersey, operating as part of the Jackson School District.
Serving 1,012 students in grades 9-12, Jackson Liberty High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,012 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jackson Liberty High School serves the eastern part of Jackson, NJ, covering approximately 17.5 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the school's edge and a maximum of 5.5 miles to the furthest point in the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jackson Liberty High School's student population of 1,012 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,012 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Rankings
Jackson Liberty High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jackson Liberty High School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1896 out of 2184 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
11%
Hispanic
41%
35%
Black
5%
14%
White
49%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.2%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Red, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jackson Liberty High School's ranking?
Jackson Liberty High School is ranked #1896 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Jackson Liberty High School often compared to?
Jackson Liberty High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jackson Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Jackson Liberty High School is 93%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Jackson Liberty High School?
1,012 students attend Jackson Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Jackson Liberty High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jackson Liberty High School?
Jackson Liberty High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jackson Liberty High School offer ?
Jackson Liberty High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jackson Liberty High School part of?
Jackson Liberty High School is part of Jackson Township School District.
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