Serving 573 students in grades 7-8, Liberty Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Liberty Junior High School serves the northwest part of New Lenox, IL, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 16.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Liberty Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Liberty Junior High School's student population of 573 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
573 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Liberty Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Liberty Junior High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1065 out of 3542 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
27%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
30%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
29%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty Junior High School's ranking?
Liberty Junior High School is ranked #1065 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Liberty Junior High School?
573 students attend Liberty Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Liberty Junior High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Liberty Junior High School?
Liberty Junior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Liberty Junior High School offer ?
Liberty Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Liberty Junior High School part of?
Liberty Junior High School is part of New Lenox SD 122 School District.
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