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Liberty Junior High School

Middle School · Burbank SD 111

5900 W 81st St, Burbank, IL 60459

Enrollment

1,119

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Illinois schools

#3,484 of 3,813

In Burbank

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Burbank SD 111

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Liberty Junior High School

4.1/10

Middle School in Burbank · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Liberty Junior High School

Liberty Junior High School is a public middle school in Burbank, IL, part of Burbank SD 111. Liberty Junior High School serves approximately 1,119 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Liberty Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,484 of 3,813 schools in IL.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Junior High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below IL schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • IL avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-33.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,823
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Liberty Junior High School — Students at Liberty Junior High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

1.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 27 test records from IL state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
ELA
18%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Liberty Junior High School Compares

See how Liberty Junior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
9th percentile in IL
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
1%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

Location

5900 W 81st St, Burbank, IL 60459

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Junior High School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harnew Elem School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Oak Lawn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oak Lawn Comm High School (rated 6.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Oak Lawn), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Burbank, see our Burbank schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Reavis High School Burbank 0.6 mi 5.4
ST ALBERT THE GREAT SCHOOL Burbank 0.5 mi 7.3
J B Kennedy Elem School Burbank 0.6 mi 4.7
Harry E Fry School Burbank 0.6 mi 4.8
Luther Burbank Elem School Burbank 0.6 mi 3.5
ST LAURENCE H.S. Burbank 0.7 mi 4.9
Edward J Tobin Elem School Burbank 0.8 mi 5.0
F B Mccord Elem School Burbank 1.0 mi 5.3
Harnew Elem School Oak Lawn 1.3 mi 7.3
Richard Byrd Elementary School Burbank 1.2 mi 3.9
Oak Lawn Comm High School Oak Lawn 1.7 mi 6.1
ST GERALD SCHOOL Oak Lawn 1.7 mi 5.8
J Covington Elem School Oak Lawn 1.6 mi 5.6
Maddock Elementary School Burbank 1.4 mi 5.7
Simmons Middle School Oak Lawn 1.9 mi 4.4
George W Lieb Elem School Bridgeview 1.8 mi 5.0
Columbus Manor Elem School Oak Lawn 2.1 mi 5.8
Grimes Elem School Chicago 2.1 mi 5.1
Ernest F Kolb Elem School Oak Lawn 2.2 mi 5.1
ST BEDE THE VENERABLE Chicago 1.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 60459 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,975

Median Home Value

$258,900

Median Rent

$1,241/mo

Population

28,822

College Educated

15.5%

Homeownership

80.2%

Avg Commute

33.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.7%

Median Age

38.2

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Thompson Jr High School Oswego, IL 4.1
Huntley Middle School Dekalb, IL 4.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Junior High School

What grades does Liberty Junior High School serve?

Liberty Junior High School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Junior High School?

Liberty Junior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,119 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Liberty Junior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Liberty Junior High School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Liberty Junior High School rank in IL?

Liberty Junior High School ranks #3,484 of 3,813 schools in IL.

What is Liberty Junior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Junior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Liberty Junior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Junior High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Junior High School a charter school?

No, Liberty Junior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Liberty Junior High School a Title I school?

No, Liberty Junior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Liberty Junior High School?

1.3% of students at Liberty Junior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
1.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cook County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

Burbank SD 111
District Enrollment
3,235
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,823
District Rank
#6 of 8

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