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Jackson Liberty High School

High School · Jackson Township School District

125 North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson, NJ 08527

Enrollment

1,076

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

3.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New Jersey schools

#2,347 of 2,466

In Jackson

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#9 of 10

Jackson Township School District

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Jackson Liberty High School

3.7/10

High School in Jackson · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jackson Liberty High School

Jackson Liberty High School is a public high school in Jackson, NJ, part of Jackson Township School District. Jackson Liberty High School serves approximately 1,076 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Jackson Liberty High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,347 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

Structured state assessment records for Jackson Liberty High School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.2
  • NJ avg 5.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-21.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.6% (2025 NJSLA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.3% (2025 NJSLA)
Math vs. State Avg-21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 NJSLA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 NJSLA)
vs. Expected-19.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile14th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation15.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,145
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

Jackson Liberty High School — Students at Jackson Liberty High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

40.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
54.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
11%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
55.2%
ELA
40.5%
2025
Math
19.6%
ELA
33.3%

* 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: 1.3/10.

How Jackson Liberty High School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.7/10
5th percentile in NJ
Academic
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3.2
Sports
28
14 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
74 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
15.8% participation·State avg: 3.2 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
14 boys'·14 girls'·43 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

125 North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson, NJ 08527

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jackson Liberty High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA BAIS HACHINUCH (rated 6.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR (rated 5.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD (rated 5.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Lakewood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jackson, see our Jackson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
YESHIVA SHAAR HATALMUD Lakewood 0.5 mi 5.2
Christa McAuliffe Middle School Jackson 0.8 mi 5.3
BNOS TZIPPA Lakewood 0.7 mi 5.7
ADERES BAIS YAAKOV Lakewood 0.8 mi 4.7
BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood 0.8 mi 5.4
BNOS ESTHER MALKA Lakewood 0.8 mi 4.8
TEHILAS CHAYA SARA Lakewood 0.9 mi 6.1
MESIVTA OHR CHAIM MEIR Lakewood 1.1 mi 5.8
YESHIVA MESORAS HATORAH Lakewood 1.2 mi 5.8
YESHIVA EVEN YISROEL Lakewood 1.2 mi 4.9
YESHIVA SHAGAS ARYEH Lakewood 1.2 mi 3.7
YESHIVA TORAS EMES Lakewood 1.4 mi 5.0
SHIRAS CHAIM Lakewood 1.5 mi 3.3
YESHIVA BAIS HACHINUCH Lakewood 1.8 mi 6.1
DERECH HATORAH OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood 1.5 mi
YESHIVA STOLIN KARLIN Lakewood 1.8 mi 4.9
TALMUD TORAH ZECHER YOCHANAN Lakewood 1.6 mi 5.0
YESHIVA BAIS AHARON Lakewood 1.6 mi 5.0
BAIS YAAKOV HIGH SCHOOL OF LAKEWOOD Lakewood 1.7 mi 5.4
Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School Jackson 2.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 08527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,059

Median Home Value

$460,600

Median Rent

$1,693/mo

Population

58,366

College Educated

38.8%

Homeownership

86%

Avg Commute

33.9 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jackson Liberty High School

What grades does Jackson Liberty High School serve?

Jackson Liberty High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Jackson Liberty High School?

Jackson Liberty High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,076 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jackson Liberty High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jackson Liberty High School rank in NJ?

Jackson Liberty High School ranks #2,347 of 2,466 schools in NJ.

What is Jackson Liberty High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jackson Liberty High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Jackson Liberty High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jackson Liberty High School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jackson Liberty High School a charter school?

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

Is Jackson Liberty High School a Title I school?

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

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

40.4% of students at Jackson Liberty 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,076
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
74
Free/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ocean County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

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