Serving 188 students in grades 9-12, Liberty High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 36%). 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 7:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 62% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19%
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Liberty High School's student population of 188 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Liberty High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,201 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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 2201 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)11-19%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
27%
34%
Black
20%
15%
White
29%
38%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Liberty High School's ranking?
Liberty High School is ranked #257 out of 2,201 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 higher than the New Jersey state average of 85%.
How many students attend Liberty High School?
188 students attend Liberty High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Liberty High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, and 20% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Liberty High School?
Liberty High School has a student ration of 7:1, 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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