Liberty High School is a four-year public high school located in Jersey City, in Hudson County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Jersey City Public Schools.
Serving 193 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 193 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- Attendance Zone: Liberty High School's attendance zone covers the entire Jersey City school district, encompassing approximately 21.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 4.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 193 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
193 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#592 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
26%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
16.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Red
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 #592 out of 2,184 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Liberty High School?
The graduation rate of Liberty High School is 90%, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
193 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Liberty High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 8:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Liberty High School part of?
Liberty High School is part of Jersey City 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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